April 2012 - North Korea Special Weapons News

Expectation Grows for Potential North Korean Nuclear Test VOA 30 Apr 2012 -- North Korea is giving no official indication it is preparing a third attempted nuclear test.
Jumunjin Naval Battle, Unprecedented in War History KCNA 30 Apr 2012 -- Some days ago, the dear respected Kim Jong Un made an inspection tour of a naval unit of the Korean People's Army.
Kim Jong Un Provides Field Guidance to Work for Developing Rungra Pleasure Ground for People KCNA 30 Apr 2012 -- Supreme Commander of the Korean People's Army Kim Jong Un provided field guidance to the work for developing the Rungra Pleasure Ground for People.
Kim Jong Un Visits Exhibition of Military Science and Technology KCNA 29 Apr 2012 -- Supreme Commander of the Korean People's Army Kim Jong Un visited the 26th Exhibition of Military Science and Technology of the KPA.
DPRK Foreign Ministry Statement Distributed as Official Document of UNSC KCNA 28 Apr 2012 -- The statement of the DPRK Foreign Ministry dated April 17 was distributed as the UN Security Council's official document S/2012/239 on April 19.
Rodong Sinmun on S. Korean Defense Minister's Remarks KCNA 28 Apr 2012 -- The south Koreans staged opening to media new type missiles capable of "promptly striking" any part of the DPRK recently.
KCNA Commentary on South Korean Policy KCNA 28 Apr 2012 -- Chon Yong U, senior presidential secretary for diplomacy and security of Chongwadae, let loose invectives against the DPRK.
Rodong Sinmun on S. Korea KCNA 27 Apr 2012 -- All Koreans in the north, south and abroad are called on to turn out as one in the nationwide patriotic struggle.
Analysts Say North Korea Faked New Missiles VOA 27 Apr 2012 -- Two German analysts say ballistic missiles unveiled in a North Korean military parade earlier this month were clumsy fakes.
Kim Jong Un Inspects KPA Combined Unit 655 KCNA 27 Apr 2012 -- Supreme Commander of the Korean People's Army Kim Jong Un guided general tactical exercises of KPA Combined Unit 655 held on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the KPA.
Kim Jong Un Enjoys Performance by State Merited Chorus KCNA 26 Apr 2012 -- A performance was given by the State Merited Chorus at the April 25 House of Culture here on Wednesday, the 80th anniversary of the heroic Korean People's Army.
Kim Jong Un Attends Opening Ceremony of Meat and Fish Shop KCNA 26 Apr 2012 -- The Mansugyo Meat and Fish Shop built on the bank of picturesque Pothong River in Pyongyang started its business on Wednesday.
Kim Jong Un Has Photo Taken with Builders of Exhibition of Arms KCNA 26 Apr 2012 -- Kim Jong Un, first secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea, first chairman of the DPRK National Defence Commission and supreme commander of the Korean People's Army, had a photo session with soldier-builders who successfully built the Exhibition of Arms and Equipment of the KPA as a monumental edifice in the era of Songun on the occasion of the centenary of the birth of President Kim Il Sung.
More Rallies Take Place to Vow to Wipe Out Rat-like Lee Group KCNA 26 Apr 2012 -- Servicepersons and people in South Hwanghae and Ryanggang provinces and Nampho City of the DPRK met on Thursday to vow to wipe out the rat-like Lee Myung Bak group of bastards without equals in the world.
Korean People Vow Vengeance on Rat-like Lee Group KCNA 26 Apr 2012 -- The Korean people are now trembling with surging indignation at the Lee Myung Bak swarm of rats who dared defame the dignity of the supreme leadership of the DPRK.
Birth Anniversary of Kim Il Sung Marked at DPRK Missions KCNA 26 Apr 2012 -- The 100th birth anniversary of President Kim Il Sung was celebrated at DPRK missions abroad.
Kim Jong Un's Work Inspires People to Make Innovations KCNA 26 Apr 2012 -- The dear respected Kim Jong Un's famous work 'Let Us Hold Great Comrade Kim Jong Il in High Esteem as General Secretary of Our Party Forever and Successfully Accomplish the Revolutionary Cause of Juche' has inspired the people in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea to make fresh economic achievements.
North Korea may launch nuclear test: military observer CNA 26 Apr 2012 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un will very likely launch a nuclear test in order to cement his power, a military observer said Thursday.
N. Korea's Neighbors Oppose New Nuclear Test VOA 26 Apr 2012 -- South Korea and China are warning North Korea of consequences if it goes ahead with a third nuclear test.
North Korea Boasts of Ability to Destroy US Military in 'Single Blow' VOA 25 Apr 2012 -- North Korea's army marked its 80th anniversary Wednesday with a vow to retaliate against what its chief of staff terms the traitors in the South. The remarks are the latest in a series of harsh threats directed at Seoul in recent weeks.
National Meeting Marks KPA's 80th Anniversary KCNA 25 Apr 2012 -- A national meeting took place with splendor at the April 25 House of Culture here on Wednesday to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Korean People's Army.
Kim Jong Un Visits Kumsusan Palace of the Sun KCNA 25 Apr 2012 -- Kim Jong Un, first secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea, first chairman of the National Defence Commission (NDC) of the DPRK and supreme commander of the Korean People's Army (KPA) visited the Kumsusan Palace of the Sun Wednesday on the 80th anniversary of the founding of the KPA and paid noble tribute to Generalissimos Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il.
Kim Jong Un Enjoys Performance by State Merited Chorus KCNA 25 Apr 2012 -- An art performance was given by the State Merited Chorus at the April 25 House of Culture here on the 80th anniversary of the heroic Korean People's Army.
Kim Jong Un Appears at Mansugyo Meat and Fish Shop KCNA 25 Apr 2012 -- The Mansugyo Meat and Fish Shop built on the bank of picturesque Pothong River in Pyongyang started its business on Wednesday.
Choe Ryong Hae Visits Kim Hyong Jik Univ. under Renovation KCNA 25 Apr 2012 -- Choe Ryong Hae, member of the Presidium of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea and director of the General Political Bureau of the Korean People's Army, learned about the work at Kim Hyong Jik University of Education under renovation on the spot on Tuesday.
Floral Baskets Laid before Statues KCNA 25 Apr 2012 -- Service personnel of the Korean People's Army, people from all walks of life and school youth and children laid floral baskets before the statues of President Kim Il Sung and leader Kim Jong Il on Mansu Hill on the 80th anniversary of the KPA.
Kim Jong Un's Feats for Army Building KCNA 25 Apr 2012 -- On the army day, the servicepersons and civilians of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea pay deep respects to Supreme Commander of the Korean People's Army Kim Jong Un, who is bringing a new heyday in the history of the revolutionary armed forces.
DPRK Newspapers Mark KPA Anniversary KCNA 25 Apr 2012 -- Leading newspapers in the DPRK Wednesday dedicate editorials to the 80th anniversary of the Korean People's Army. The papers paid the highest tribute to President Kim Il Sung and leader Kim Jong Il, founder, builder and ever-victorious banner of the Korean revolutionary armed forces, and extended warm congratulations and militant greetings to the service persons of the Korean People's Army who have honorably defended the sky, land and seas of the country.
Servicepersons Vow Loyalty to Kim Jong Un KCNA 25 Apr 2012 -- All servicepersons in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea have hardened their resolution to ensure the cause of socialism with arms, upon receiving the dear respected Kim Jong Un's celebrated work 'Let Us Hold Great Comrade Kim Jong Il in High Esteem as General Secretary of Our Party Forever and Successfully Accomplish the Revolutionary Cause of Juche'.
Servicepersons Wait for Order of Action KCNA 25 Apr 2012 -- The special operation action group of the Supreme Command of the Korean People's Army on Monday issued a notice that the special actions by the armed forces of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea would start soon to meet the reckless challenge of south Korea's Lee Myung Bak group of traitors.
Servicepersons Take Lion's Share in Construction KCNA 25 Apr 2012 -- The projects of the Huichon Power Station and the People's Theatre were finished in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, delighting the local people.
Kim Jong Un's Work Represents Strong Sense of Moral Obligation KCNA 25 Apr 2012 -- The dear respected Kim Jong Un published his famous work 'Let Us Hold Great Comrade Kim Jong Il in High Esteem as General Secretary of Our Party Forever and Successfully Accomplish the Revolutionary Cause of Juche'.
Libya, Iraq Want to Buy Russian Arms - Rogozin RIA Novosti 24 Apr 2012 -- Libya and Iraq continue to show interest in buying Russian-made weaponry despite regime changes in these countries, Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Rogozin said on Tuesday.
Kim Yong Nam Meets Chinese Peace Delegation KCNA 24 Apr 2012 -- Kim Yong Nam, president of the Presidium of the Supreme People's Assembly of the DPRK, met and had a talk in a friendly atmosphere with the visiting delegation of the Chinese People's Association for Peace and Disarmament led by its Vice-President Li Wuwei, vice-chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, at Mansudae Assembly Hall on Tuesday.
Kim Yong Il Meets Chinese President KCNA 24 Apr 2012 -- Hu Jintao, general secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China and president of the People's Republic of China, said that China will in the future, too, strive hard to boost the Sino-DPRK friendly relations in the spirit of 'inheriting the tradition, facing up to the future, building good-neighborly friendship and strengthening cooperation.'
Kim Yong Il Meets Senior Chinese Official KCNA 24 Apr 2012 -- Kim Yong Il, alternate member of the Political Bureau and secretary of the Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea, on April 22 met and had a talk with Li Yuanchao, member of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, member of its Secretariat and head of its Organization Department, in Beijing.
Grand Performance Celebrates 80th KPA Anniversary KCNA 24 Apr 2012 -- A grand performance 'Glory to Service Personnel of the Heroic Korean People's Army' was given with splendor at Pyongyang Indoor Stadium on Tuesday in celebration of the 80th anniversary of the KPA.
Kimilsungia-Kimjongilia Exhibition Opens KCNA 24 Apr 2012 -- Kimilsungia-Kimjongilia exhibition for celebrating the 80th anniversary of the Korean People's Army opened here with due ceremony on Tuesday.
Wreaths Laid before Cemeteries and Memorial Tower KCNA 24 Apr 2012 -- Wreaths were laid before the Revolutionary Martyrs Cemetery on Mt. Taesong and the Patriotic Martyrs Cemetery and floral baskets before the Victorious Fatherland Liberation War Memorial Tower on Tuesday on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the Korean People's Army.
KPA Turned into Strong Army under Guidance of Kim Jong Il KCNA 24 Apr 2012 -- The Korean People's Army will mark its 80th birthday on Wednesday. Recorded in its glorious history are the undying feats of leader Kim Jong Il, who had steadily strengthened it into the army of the party and the leader.
Youth Vow to Become 5 Million Human Bullets and Bombs KCNA 24 Apr 2012 -- Youth and students held a meeting at the Youth Park Open-air Theatre in Pyongyang on Tuesday to vow to beat to death the group of rat-like Lee Myung Bak, the sworn enemy.
DPRK People Ready to Take Revenge on S. Korean Regime KCNA 24 Apr 2012 -- A spokesman for the Supreme Command of the Korean People's Army on April 18 issued a statement hitting traitor Lee Myung Bak and his group of south Korea for hurting the dignity of the supreme leadership of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.
Russian Military Concedes Iran, N. Korea Nuclear Threat RIA Novosti 24 Apr 2012 -- Russia's military leadership has for the first time acknowledged a nuclear threat from Iran and North Korea.
South Korea 'On Alert' for Possible North Attack VOA 24 Apr 2012 -- South Korea appears to be taking seriously the latest attack threat from North Korea.
U.S. Confronts China Over N.Korean Rocket Launcher RIA Novosti 24 Apr 2012 -- The White House has accused Beijing of supplying North Korea with technology for a missile launcher showcased in a military parade in Pyongyang last week.
Kim Jong Un Sends Reply Message to Hu Jintao KCNA 23 Apr 2012 -- Kim Jong Un, first secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea and first chairman of the DPRK National Defence Commission, Monday sent a message to Hu Jintao, general secretary of the C.C., the Communist Party and president of China, in reply to his message.
KPA Supreme Command Warns Lee Myung Bak Group of Quick Action KCNA 23 Apr 2012 -- The special operation action group of the Supreme Command of the Korean People's Army issued the following notice Monday
FM Spokesman Slams US Undisguised Double Standards KCNA 23 Apr 2012 -- A spokesman for the Foreign Ministry of the DPRK Monday issued the following statement:
Meetings in DPRK Mark KPA Anniversary KCNA 23 Apr 2012 -- Heroes and a wife of hero met with members of the Democratic Women's Union of Korea and the General Federation of Trade Unions of Korea on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the Korean People's Army.
DPRK People Enraged at S. Korean Regime's Provocative Moves KCNA 23 Apr 2012 -- Traitor Lee Myung Bak and his group of south Korea seriously hurt the social system of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea and the dignity of its supreme leadership again some days ago.
DPRK People's Indignation Runs High at S. Korean Regime KCNA 23 Apr 2012 -- All servicepersons and people in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea hardly repress their surging indignation at south Korea's Lee Myung Bak group of traitors, upon receiving the statement of the spokesman for the Supreme Command of the Korean People's Army, which discloses its smear campaign against the DPRK.
DPRK Experiences Heavy Rain, Accompanied by Stormy Wind, Tidal Waves KCNA 23 Apr 2012 -- Heavy rainfall hit overall parts of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea on April 21-22, triggered by low pressure that came from the sky above lower reaches of China's Changjiang River.
Mt. Kumgang, DPRK's Tourist Destination KCNA 23 Apr 2012 -- Mt. Kumgang, known as one of the world's sceneries, is situated on the east coast in the central part of Korea.
International Festival Held in Pyongyang KCNA 23 Apr 2012 -- An international festival took place at the Yanggakdo International Hotel in Pyongyang to mark the centenary of the birth of President Kim Il Sung.
Kim Il Sung Performs Great Feats in Building Army KCNA 23 Apr 2012 -- April 25 will mark the 80th birthday of the Korean People's Army (KPA).
US MD Is Not for Defense: Rodong Sinmun KCNA 23 Apr 2012 -- The U.S. is intent on establishing missile defense system (MD) in Northeast Asia and Mid-east under the signboard of 'defense'. It is even making far-fetched assertion that the DPRK's satellite launch for peaceful purposes was a long-range missile launch.
N. Korea Threatens to 'Mercilessly Punish' South RIA Novosti 23 Apr 2012 -- North Korea threatened to 'mercilessly punish' South Korean president Lee Myung-bak for his 'hideous provocative' comment targeting the North's excessive spending on centenary celebrations for national founder Kim Il-Sung, North Korea's KCNA said on Sunday.
N. Korea Threatens South with Special Military Action VOA 23 Apr 2012 -- North Korea is escalating its war of words against the South Korean government over what the North perceives as insults by the South. Pyongyang is now threatening to turn the heated rhetoric into action, threatening to take 'quick action' against South Korea.
DPRK Foreign Ministry Warns Lee Myung Bak of Its Extreme Confrontation Hysteria KCNA 22 Apr 2012 -- A spokesman for the DPRK Foreign Ministry Sunday issued the follow statement
Strategic Dialogue between WPK and CPC Held KCNA 22 Apr 2012 -- A strategic dialogue between the Workers' Party of Korea and the Communist Party of China took place in Beijing on Saturday.
Rodong Sinmun on Mankind's Inevitable Advance toward Socialism KCNA 22 Apr 2012 -- The idea of the Pyongyang Declaration has been deeply cherished in the hearts of the broad popular masses as it serves as a banner encouraging an increasing number of political parties and progressive people of the world in their struggle to accomplish the cause of socialism.
ee Myung Bak Group of Traitors Deserves Merciless Punishment: Rodong Sinmun KCNA 22 Apr 2012 -- Traitor Lee Myung Bak of south Korea let loose unspeakable invectives against the north, finding fault with the celebrations of the 100th Day of the Sun held in the DPRK. He did not hesitate to perpetrate such illegal evil acts as bribing even student hooligans to hurt the dignity of the supreme leadership of the DPRK.
South Phyongan and Hamgyong Provinces Vow to Wipe out Lee Group KCNA 21 Apr 2012 -- Servicepersons and people in South Phyongan and Hamgyong provinces of the DPRK met on Saturday to wipe out the rat-like Lee Myung Bak group, the sworn enemy, in this land.
DPRK Servicepersons Angered by S. Korean Regime's Insult KCNA 21 Apr 2012 -- The rat-like Lee Myung Bak group of south Korea defamed the celebrations for the Day of the Sun (April 15) held in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea and went the length of insulting the dignity of the DPRK supreme leadership.
Kim Jong Un Has Photo Session with Participants in Military Parade KCNA 20 Apr 2012 -- Kim Jong Un, first secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea, first chairman of the National Defence Commission of the DPRK and supreme commander of the Korean People's Army, had a photo session with the participants in the military parade for celebrating the centenary of the birth of President Kim Il Sung.
Pyongyang City Army-People Rally Vows to Wipe out Lee Myung Bak Group KCNA 20 Apr 2012 -- A Pyongyang city army-people rally was held at Kim Il Sung Square Friday to vow to wipe out the Lee Myung Bak group, the sworn enemy, in this land and sky.
DPRK People Vow to Wipe out S. Korean Regime KCNA 20 Apr 2012 -- The people of the DPRK are enraged at south Korea's Lee Myung Bak group of traitors that defamed again the dignity of the DPRK supreme leadership and slandered the celebrations of the Day of the Sun.
14th Kimilsungia Festival Closes KCNA 20 Apr 2012 -- The 14th Kimilsungia Festival came to a close in Pyongyang. It was opened on the occasion of the 100th birth anniversary of President Kim Il Sung.
Grand Performance for Celebrating Centenary of Birth of Kim Il Sung Held KCNA 20 Apr 2012 -- A grand performance for celebrating the centenary of the birth of President Kim Il Sung 'We Will Live Forever, Holding Leader in High Esteem' has been given at Pyongyang Indoor Stadium every day.
'Kim Il Sung's Korea', Special Write-ups to Centenary of His Birth (34) KCNA 20 Apr 2012 -- General Secretary Kim Jong Il was a peerlessly great man who defended socialist Korea from foreign forces' persistent moves to stifle it and laid solid foundations for the nation's prosperity.
Panetta: China Assisted North Korea Missile Program VOA 20 Apr 2012 -- China has recently joined with other countries in condemning North Korea for a failed missile launch earlier this month.
Defiant North Korea Holds Anti-South Rally VOA 20 Apr 2012 -- North Korea said a rally was being held in Pyongyang's central square to protest against South Korea's government.
North Korea Vows to Continue Satellite Launches RIA Novosti 20 Apr 2012 -- North Korea will continue satellite launches for peaceful purposes, a spokesman for the Korean Committee for Space Technology said.
U.S. Missile Defense Counters Growing Threat AFPS 19 Apr 2012 -- Head of the Defense Department’s Missile Defense Agency testified on Capitol Hill about bolstering U.S. defenses against missile threat.
South Korea Says New Missile Can Hit Any Target in North VOA 19 Apr 2012 -- South Korea is deploying a new cruise missile capable of hitting targets anywhere in North Korea.
South Korea Places New Cruise Missile in Service RIA Novosti 19 Apr 2012 -- South Korea has put into service a new long-range cruise missile, capable of striking missile sites or nuclear installations in any part of neighboring North Korea.
Defense Experts: N. Korea Missile Truck Possible Violation of Sanctions VOA 19 Apr 2012 -- Western experts say a vehicle carrying a missile that was recently glimpsed in a North Korean military parade looks to be designed by China.
N. Korea Threatens to 'Blow up' Seoul Over Hurt Pride RIA Novosti 19 Apr 2012 -- North Korea has threatened military action against the South unless Seoul apologizes for "insulting" last week's celebrations of the centenary of the birth of its late founding leader Kim Il-sung.
N.Korea Space Program no Threat to U.S. - Missile Defense Chief RIA Novosti 19 Apr 2012 -- North Korea is far from being able to threaten the United States with a long-range missile, Director of the Missile Defense Agency Lt. Gen. Patrick O'Reilly said.
S. Korean Regime Accused of Desecrating Day of Sun Events KCNA 19 Apr 2012 -- The DPRK government, political parties and organizations issued the following statement.
DPRK's Satellites for Peaceful Purposes to Continue Orbiting Space KCNA 19 Apr 2012 -- A spokesman for the Korean Committee for Space Technology released the following statement.
Kim Jong Un Calls for Holding Kim Jong Il in High Esteem as General Secretary of WPK Forever KCNA 19 Apr 2012 -- Rodong Sinmun carried "Let Us Hold Great Comrade Kim Jong Il in High Esteem as General Secretary of Our Party Forever and Successfully Accomplish the Revolutionary Cause of Juche", a talk the dear respected Kim Jong Un had with leading officials of the Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea.
Multiple-Launch Rocket Systems Presented to KPA Units KCNA 19 Apr 2012 -- Multiple-launch rocket systems "Sonyon-ho" and "Nyomaeng-ho" were presented to units of the Korean People's Army.
Kim Jong Un Has Picture Taken with Creative Staff of Mansudae Art Studio KCNA 19 Apr 2012 -- Kim Jong Un, first secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea, first chairman of the DPRK National Defence Commission and supreme commander of the Korean People's Army, had a picture taken with officials, creators and employees of the Mansudae Art Studio.
South Korea to Continue Aid to North Despite Rocket Launch VOA 18 Apr 2012 -- South Korea is to continue providing humanitarian aid to its impoverished neighbor, with whom it remains technically at war.
US Lawmakers Call for Tougher Approach to North Korea VOA 18 Apr 2012 -- A U.S. congressional panel has held a hearing called "North Korea After Kim Jong Il: Still Dangerous and Erratic."
IAEA Unlikely to Send Delegation to North Korea VOA 18 Apr 2012 -- The U.S. ambassador to the United Nations says the world body stands ready to take further action against North Korea if that country continues to pursue missile launches or nuclear tests.
Pyongyang Says No Longer Bound By Agreement With U.S. RFE/RL 18 Apr 2012 -- North Korea has rejected a rebuke by the United Nations over its failed long-range rocket launch.
North Korea Breaks Off Agreement with US VOA 18 Apr 2012 -- The International Atomic Energy Agency says it is now unlikely to send a delegation to North Korea, after Pyongyang stated it is no longer bound by an agreement with the United States not to test missiles and nuclear devices.
KPA: S. Korea Will Face Stern Punishment KCNA 18 Apr 2012 -- A spokesman for the Supreme Command of the Korean People's Army on April 18 issued the following statement.
US Military: Official's Statement 'Mischaracterized' by S. Korean Media VOA 17 Apr 2012 -- U.S. military officials say South Korean media took out of context a comment made at a Seoul news conference by the new head of the U.S. Pacific Command, Navy Admiral Samuel Locklear III.
China Joins World Powers in Strong Warning to North Korea VOA 17 Apr 2012 -- China has joined other world powers in warning North Korea that they will not tolerate any more provocations after the isolated nation's failed rocket launch last week.
Taiwan continuing to monitor Korean peninsula situation CNA 17 Apr 2012 -- Taiwan is paying close attention to developments on the Korean peninsula, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Tuesday, days after North Korea failed to launch a long-range rocket into orbit.
North Korea Vows to Go Ahead with Space Program RIA Novosti 17 Apr 2012 -- North Korea will continue further development of its aerospace technologies, including a satellite program, despite the UN Security Council condemnation.
DPRK Rejects UNSC's Act to Violate DPRK's Legitimate Right to Launch Satellite KCNA 17 Apr 2012 -- The DPRK Foreign Ministry Tuesday issued the following statement.
Kim Jong Un Has Photo Session KCNA 17 Apr 2012 -- Kim Jong Un had a photo session with the participants in the 4th Conference of the WPK and the representatives for celebrating the centenary of the birth of President Kim Il Sung.
Kim Jong Un Has Picture Taken with Builders of People's Theatre KCNA 17 Apr 2012 -- Kim Jong Un had a picture taken with soldier-builders and designers of the People's Theatre.
Kim Jong Un Has Photo Session with Service Personnel of Kumsusan Palace of Sun KCNA 17 Apr 2012 -- Kim Jong Un had a photo session with the service personnel of the Kumsusan Palace of the Sun.
Security Council strongly condemns DPR Korea’s satellite launch attempt UN News Centre 16 Apr 2012 -- The Security Council strongly condemned the attempted launch by the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea of a so-called ?application satellite.’
UN Security Council Expands North Korea Sanctions VOA 16 Apr 2012 -- The U.N. Security Council has “strongly condemned” North Korea’s failed rocket launch and unanimously agreed to expand sanctions against the increasingly isolated nation.
UN Security Council Condemns N. Korea Rocket Launch RIA Novosti 16 Apr 2012 -- The UN Security Council strongly condemned North Korea’s rocket launch last week, calling it a serious violation of UN resolutions.
Asia Diplomats Ponder Response to North Korea's Missile Activities VOA 16 Apr 2012 -- Diplomats in Asia are pondering their next responses to North Korea after attempted launch last week of a multi-stage rocket.
UN Security Council 'Strongly Condemns' North Korea Rocket Launch RFE/RL 16 Apr 2012 -- The UN Security Council has "strongly condemned" North Korea's failed rocket launch.
North Korean Leader Lauds Army in First Speech RIA Novosti 15 Apr 2012 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un reaffirmed the supremacy of North Korea’s military in his first public speech since he assumed power in December of last year.
North Korea's Kim Jong-Un Looks to Cement His Position in Day of Celebration RIA Novosti 15 Apr 2012 -- The cement pavement on Kim Il-Sung square in Pyongyang shook as dozens of divisions of the Korean People’s Army goosestepped to a military brass band in perfect synchrony.
North Korea's New Leader Makes Unprecedented Speech VOA 15 Apr 2012 -- North Koreans and the world, for the first time, heard the country's new, young leader, Kim Jong Un, speak in public Sunday.
Military Parade Commemorating 100th Birth Anniversary of Kim Il Sung Held KCNA 15 Apr 2012 -- A military parade commemorating the 100th birth anniversary of President Kim Il Sung took place with splendor at Kim Il Sung Square Sunday.
Kim Jong Un Speaks at Military Parade KCNA 15 Apr 2012 -- The dear respected Kim Jong Un made a congratulatory speech at the military parade celebrating the centenary of the birth of Generalissimo Kim Il Sung.
Kim Jong Un Pays Tribute to Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il KCNA 15 Apr 2012 -- Kim Jong Un, first secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea, first chairman of the DPRK National Defence Commission and supreme commander of the Korean People's Army, together with senior party, state and army officials visited the Kumsusan Palace of the Sun and paid tribute to President Kim Il Sung and General Secretary Kim Jong Il on Sunday, the Day of the Sun.
KPA Exhibition of Arms and Equipment Opens KCNA 15 Apr 2012 -- An opening ceremony of the Exhibition of Arms and Equipment of the Korean People's Army was held with splendor on the occasion of the centenary of the birth of President Kim Il Sung.
N.Korea Wastes Millions on Rockets while People Starve - Obama RIA Novosti 14 Apr 2012 -- U.S. President Barack Obama lashed at the North Korean leadership on Saturday for spending millions of dollars on rockets 'that don't work,' while the country's population is 'starving.'
Kim Jong Un Issues Order on Promoting Military Ranks of KPA Commanding Officers KCNA 14 Apr 2012 -- Kim Jong Un, supreme commander of the Korean People's Army, on Friday issued Order No. 009 on promoting the military ranks of KPA commanding officers.
National Meeting Marks Centenary of Birth of President Kim Il Sung KCNA 14 Apr 2012 -- A national meeting took place with splendor at Kim Il Sung Stadium here Saturday to celebrate the centenary of birth of President Kim Il Sung.
DPRK's Satellite Fails to Enter Its Orbit KCNA 13 Apr 2012 -- The DPRK launched its first application satellite Kwangmyongsong-3 at the Sohae Satellite Launching Station in Cholsan County, North Phyongan Province at 07:38:55 a.m. on Friday.
DPRK Holds Kim Jong Il in High Esteem as Eternal WPK General Secretary KCNA 13 Apr 2012 -- The Workers' Party of Korea in its 4th Conference Wednesday adopted a decision to hold leader Kim Jong Il in high esteem as its eternal general secretary.
Kim Jong Un's Election as Head of WPK Hailed KCNA 13 Apr 2012 -- Officials of the Ministry of Light Industry of the DPRK are delighted at the happy news that the dear respected Kim Jong Un was elected first secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK).
Korean People Hold Kim Jong Il in High Esteem as Eternal NDC Chairman KCNA 13 Apr 2012 -- The fifth session of the 12th Supreme People's Assembly of the DPRK decided to hold leader Kim Jong Il in high esteem as eternal chairman of the National Defence Commission (NDC) of the DPRK. The session took place at a time when the DPRK entered the new century in the history of the sun's Korea.
Kim Jong Un Elected First Chairman of NDC of DPRK KCNA 13 Apr 2012 -- The fifth session of the 12th Supreme People's Assembly of the DPRK elected Kim Jong Un, first secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea, supreme commander of the Korean People's Army and supreme leader of the party and people of the DPRK, as first chairman of the National Defence Commission (NDC) of the DPRK. The session was convened at a historic time when a bright future is being opened for the great Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il's Korea.
Fifth Session of 12th SPA Held KCNA 13 Apr 2012 -- The fifth session of the 12th Supreme People's Assembly of the DPRK took place at the Mansudae Assembly Hall Friday.
SPA Session on Work of Cabinet Last Year and Its Tasks for This year KCNA 13 Apr 2012 -- Deputy Choe Yong Rim, premier of the Cabinet, made a report on the work of the Cabinet last year and its tasks for this year at the 5th session of the 12th Supreme People's Assembly held on Friday.
Results of Implementation of State Budget Last Year and State Budget for This Year KCNA 13 Apr 2012 -- Deputy Choe Kwang Jin, minister of Finance, made a report on the results of the implementation of the state budget last year and state budget for this year at the 5th session of the 12th Supreme People's Assembly of the DPRK Friday.
Statues of Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il Erected on Mansu Hill KCNA 13 Apr 2012 -- Statues of President Kim Il Sung and leader Kim Jong Il were successfully built on Mansu Hill.
Kim Jong Un Sends Educational Aid Fund and Stipends to Korean Children in Japan KCNA 13 Apr 2012 -- The dear respected Kim Jong Un sent educational aid fund and stipends to the General Association of Korean Residents in Japan (Chongryon) for the democratic national education of children of Koreans in Japan on the occasion of the centenary of the birth of President Kim Il Sung.
Rodong Sinmun Calls for Uniting Closer around WPK Led by Kim Jong Un KCNA 13 Apr 2012 -- Rodong Sinmun Friday in an editorial says that the revolutionary cause of Juche, the cause of building a thriving nation is sure to emerge victorious thanks to the leadership of the glorious Workers' Party of Korea which has the dear respected Kim Jong Un at its top post and the single-minded unity of all the service personnel and people intensely faithful to the party's cause.
Largest Kim Jong-il Monument Unveiled in Pyongyang RIA Novosti 13 Apr 2012 -- The largest North Korean monument of the country's late leader Kim Jong-il was unveiled in the capital of Pyongyang on Friday.
Russia Opposes New Sanctions on N. Korea - Lavrov RIA Novosti 13 Apr 2012 -- Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov opposed new sanctions against North Korea after the country's much-hyped rocket launch failed on Friday.
North Korea Rocket Launch Fails RIA Novosti 13 Apr 2012 -- North Korea's much-hyped rocket launch has failed, the country admitted on Friday.
Taiwan says North Korea rocket launch regrettable CNA 13 Apr 2012 -- Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Friday that North Korea's rocket launch was regrettable and called for peace and stability on the Korean peninsula.
North Koreans to Try Next Missile Launch in 2-3 Yrs - French Expert RIA Novosti 13 Apr 2012 -- Reports that a North Korean rocket plunged into the Yellow Sea this morning will not spell the end of North Korea's rocket program, said a space and aeronautics expert from Pyongyang today.
Launch of DPR Korea's satellite 'deplorable', says Ban UN News Centre 13 Apr 2012 -- Despite its failure, the launch of a so-called 'application satellite' by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) is 'deplorable', Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said today and urged the country to not undertake further actions that could increase tension in the region.
North Korea Admits Rocket Failed Shortly After Launch VOA 13 Apr 2012 -- North Korea has acknowledged a multi-stage rocket it launched early Friday failed to reach orbit.
World Reacts to Failed North Korea Rocket Launch VOA 13 Apr 2012 -- U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon and many other international leaders have condemned North Korea's launch of a long-range missile, even though the test was a failure. The rocket fell into the sea about one minute after liftoff.
North Korean Rocket Launch Fails RFE/RL 13 Apr 2012 -- Despite warnings and appeals from many countries, North Korea went ahead with a rocket launch Friday but officials in South Korea, Japan and the U.S. said it appeared the rocket was failed not long after the launch.
White House Blasts N.Korea Rocket Launch RIA Novosti 13 Apr 2012 -- The White House blasted on Friday the launch of a long-range rocket by North Korea.
G8 Ministers 'Ready to Consider' Measures against N.Korea RIA Novosti 13 Apr 2012 -- The Group of Eight industrialized nations lambasted North Korea's rocket launch.
North Korea Launches Long-Range Rocket - Yonhap RIA Novosti 13 Apr 2012 -- North Korea on Friday launched a long-range rocket, South Korea's Yonhap news agency reported.
N. Korea Rocket 'May Have Broken Apart' RIA Novosti 13 Apr 2012 -- North Korea's rocket, launched on Friday, appears to have broken apart minutes after blastoff, CNN quoted U.S. officials as saying.
North Korea rocket launch fails, poses no threat: military CNA 13 Apr 2012 -- North Korea's rocket launch failed and did not cause any damage to neighboring countries, Defense Ministry spokesman Luo Shou-he said Friday.
Northcom Acknowledges North Korean Missile Launch, Failure AFPS 12 Apr 2012 -- North American Aerospace Defense Command and U.S. Northern Command officials acknowledged today that U.S. systems detected and tracked a launch of a North Korean TaepoDong-2 missile at 6:39 p.m. EDT.
North Korea's Rocket Launch Fails VOA 12 Apr 2012 -- The United States and several Asian nations say North Korea launched a three-stage, long-range rocket early Friday, but that it appeared to fall apart and harmlessly crash into the sea shortly after blast off.
Ban renews call on DPR Korea to reconsider planned 'satellite' launch UN News Centre 12 Apr 2012 -- Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today renewed his call on the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) to reconsider its decision to launch a so-called 'application satellite' in a few days time, noting that such action is a clear violation of relevant Security Council resolutions.
Taiwan keeping close tabs on North Korean satellite launch CNA 12 Apr 2012 -- The military has formed a joint emergency response center to closely monitor developments in a North Korean satellite launch plan, the Ministry of National Defense said Thursday.
UN Chief Warns North Korea About Rocket Launch VOA 12 Apr 2012 -- United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon is urging North Korea to heed the call of the international community by canceling an upcoming rocket launch.
Regional Forces on Standby as N. Korean Launch Window Opens VOA 12 Apr 2012 -- Military forces in South Korea and Japan are standing by Thursday on the first day of a five-day window for a North Korean rocket launch that Pyongyang says will carry a weather satellite into space.
WPK Holds Kim Jong Il in High Esteem as Eternal General Secretary KCNA 11 Apr 2012 -- The Fourth Conference of the Workers' Party of Korea decided to hold leader Kim Jong Il in high esteem as eternal general secretary of the WPK. The conference took place at a stirring time when all the service personnel and people of the DPRK are turning out in the great historic advance for fresh victory of the Juche revolution.
WPK Conference Elects Kim Jong Un as First Secretary of WPK KCNA 11 Apr 2012 -- The Fourth Conference of the Workers' Party of Korea elected the dear respected Kim Jong Un, supreme leader of the WPK and people of the DPRK, as first secretary of the WPK, true to the behest of leader Kim Jong Il.
WPK Conference Adopts Decision on Revision of Party Rules KCNA 11 Apr 2012 -- The Fourth Conference of the Workers' Party of Korea adopted a decision on revising the 'WPK rules.'
4th Conference of WPK Held KCNA 11 Apr 2012 -- The Fourth Conference of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK) took place with splendor in Pyongyang, capital of the revolution, Wednesday.
Members of WPK Central Guidance Body Elected to Fill Vacancies, Elected and Appointed KCNA 11 Apr 2012 -- Members of the party central guidance body were elected to fill vacancies, elected and appointed at the 4th Conference of the Workers' Party of Korea.
Brief History of Member of Presidium, Members and Alternate Members of Political Bureau of C.C., WPK Elected to Fill Vacancies KCNA 11 Apr 2012
Kim Jong Un Pays Tribute to Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Ila KCNA 11 Apr 2012 -- The dear respected Kim Jong Un together with the participants in the Fourth Conference of the Workers' Party of Korea visited the Kumsusan Palace of the Sun Wednesday and paid high tribute to President Kim Il Sung and general secretary Kim Jong Il.
Space Experts, Media Persons Visit General Satellite Control and Command Center KCNA 11 Apr 2012 -- Experts on space science and technology and media persons from different countries Wednesday visited the General Satellite Control and Command Center in Pyongyang in the run-up to the DPRK's launch of the first working satellite.
Rodong Sinmun Calls for Turning Out in Struggle for Independence, Democracy and Reunification KCNA 11 Apr 2012 -- The grim situation of south Korea for the past four years when Lee Myung Bak and the 'Saenuri Party' were in power forces the youth and students to turn out in the active struggle for independence and democracy of society and the country's reunification, says Rodong Sinmun Wednesday in a bylined article.
Rodong Sinmun Calls for Turning Out in Struggle for Independence, Democracy and Reunification KCNA 11 Apr 2012 -- The grim situation of south Korea for the past four years when Lee Myung Bak and the 'Saenuri Party' were in power forces the youth and students to turn out in the active struggle for independence and democracy of society and the country's reunification, says Rodong Sinmun Wednesday in a bylined article.
North Korea Fuels Rocket ahead of Launch RIA Novosti 11 Apr 2012 -- North Korea has begun pumping fuel into a rocket whose launch later this week looks set to exacerbate tensions between the isolated Asian state and the international community.
U.S., Japan Vow 'Appropriate Action' Over North Korea's Launch RIA Novosti 11 Apr 2012 -- The United States will 'pursue appropriate action' over North Korea's planned rocket launch, U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said after talks with her Japanese counterpart.
North Korea Names Kim Jong-un as Party Head RIA Novosti 11 Apr 2012 -- North Korea named on Wednesday Kim Jong-un as first secretary of the Workers' Party, a newly-created position that would seem to give him the authority to rule the isolated East Asian country.
North Korea Readies Rocket Launch VOA 11 Apr 2012 -- North Korea is counting down to a rocket launch that has been widely condemned by the international community. North Korean authorities on Wednesday invited foreign journalists to a satellite control center and showed the latest preparations.
Kim Jong Un Visits State Industrial Art Exhibition KCNA 10 Apr 2012 -- Supreme Commander of the Korean People's Army Kim Jong Un, supreme leader of the Workers' Party of Korea and the people of the DPRK, went round the venue of the State Industrial Art Exhibition now under way at the State Industrial Art Centre to mark the centenary of the birth of President Kim Il Sung.
Kim Jong Un Visits People's Theater Nearing Its Completion KCNA 10 Apr 2012 -- Kim Jong Un, supreme commander of the Korean People's Army and supreme leader of the Workers' Party of Korea and the people of the DPRK, gave field guidance to the People's Theater nearing its completion.
Round-table Talks between KCST Officials and Foreign Space Experts and Reporters Held KCNA 10 Apr 2012 -- Round-table talks between officials of the Korean Committee for Space Technology (KCST) and foreign experts in the field of space science and technology and reporters from various countries were held at Yanggakdo International Hotel on Tuesday as regards the DPRK's planned first application satellite launch.
Title of KPA Vice Marshal Awarded to Choe Ryong Hae, Hyon Chol Hae KCNA 10 Apr 2012 -- The title of Korean People's Army Vice Marshal was awarded to Choe Ryong Hae and Hyon Chol Hae.
Delegates to 4th WPK Conference Visit Mangyongdae KCNA 10 Apr 2012 -- The delegates to the 4th Conference of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK) visited Mangyongdae on Tuesday.
19th Anniversary of Kim Jong Il's Election as NDC Chairman Marked in DPRK KCNA 10 Apr 2012 -- A national meeting took place Monday at the April 25 House of Culture to mark the 19th anniversary of general secretary Kim Jong Il's election as chairman of the DPRK National Defence Commission.
Grand Banquet Given by WPK Central Military Commission and DPRK NDC KCNA 10 Apr 2012 -- The Central Military Commission of the Workers' Party of Korea and the DPRK National Defence Commission gave a grand banquet at the Mokran House on Monday evening on the occasion of the 19th anniversary of general secretary Kim Jong Il's election as chairman of the DPRK National Defence Commission.
Mosaics Depicting Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il Erected in Pyongyang KCNA 10 Apr 2012 -- Mosaics portraying smiling President Kim Il Sung and general secretary Kim Jong Il were erected on Jangdae Hill in Pyongyang.
Order of Kim Il Sung Awarded to Units, Servicepersons and Officials in DPRK KCNA 10 Apr 2012 -- Order of Kim Il Sung was awarded to different units, servicepersons and officials who made great contributions to the revolutionary cause of Juche and the cause of building a thriving socialist nation on the occasion of the centenary of the birth of President Kim Il Sung.
Kim Il Sung Prize Awarded for Contribution to Socialist Culture KCNA 10 Apr 2012 -- Kim Il Sung Prize was awarded to 18 persons who made big contributions to defending and glorifying the feats of President Kim Il Sung and general secretary Kim Jong Il and building socialist culture in the Songun era and to the cycle of novels 'Immortal Guidance' were awarded on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the President's birth.
Kim Il Sung Youth Honor Prize Awarded to Exemplary Officials and Members of Youth League KCNA 10 Apr 2012 -- 298 officials and members of the Kim Il Sung Socialist Youth League were awarded Kim Il Sung Youth Honor Prize on the occasion of the centenary of the birth of President Kim Il Sung.
Kim Il Sung Children Honor Prize Goes to Exemplary Children's Union Members KCNA 10 Apr 2012 -- 211 members of the Korean Children's Union were awarded Kim Il Sung Children Honor Prize on the occasion of the centenary of the birth of Generalissimo Kim Il Sung.
Commemorative Coins to Be Issued in DPRK KCNA 10 Apr 2012 -- The DPRK will issue commemorative coins in honor of the centenary of the birth of President Kim Il Sung.
Secretary Clinton Remarks With And Japanese Foreign Minister Koichiro Gemba After Their Meeting US Dept. of State 10 Apr 2012
North Korean Rocket Readied for Expected Launch VOA 10 Apr 2012 -- Analysts say the close-up view of a North Korean rocket on the launch pad and the satellite it is supposed to carry into space has allowed them to make some fresh conclusions.
Tensions Rise Ahead of Planned North Korean Launch VOA 10 Apr 2012 -- An international chorus is denouncing North Korea’s planned satellite rocket launch.
North Korean Officials Say All Preparations Done For Launch RFE/RL 10 Apr 2012 -- North Korean officials say preparations for this week's planned satellite launch are on track.
DPRK Satellite Launch Disregards UN Says Russia RIA Novosti 10 Apr 2012 -- Russia considers Pyongyang's decision to launch a scientific rocket to place a satellite in earth orbit as disregarding UN Security Council resolutions , Russian Foreign Ministry spokesman Alexander Lukashevich said on Tuesday.
US: N. Korea Rocket Would Violate UN Resolutions VOA 10 Apr 2012 -- The United States says a planned North Korean rocket launch would represent a'clear and serious violation' of the country's obligations under U.N. Security Council resolutions.
China Urges Restraint on Korean Peninsula VOA 10 Apr 2012 -- China on Tuesday urged all sides to 'exercise restraint' on the Korean Peninsula, as Pyongyang's gears up to launch what it is calling a weather satellite in the next few days.
Philippines Announces Precautionary Measures Ahead of North Korean Rocket Launch VOA 10 Apr 2012 -- The Philippines is announcing precautions for airlines and ships to avoid falling debris from North Korea's expected rocket launch, due in the next few days. North Korean officials say the first stage will fall into the sea about 160 kilometers from the Philippines, but past North Korean launches have been notoriously inaccurate.
Kim Il Sung Prize Awarded to Kim Jong Il KCNA 09 Apr 2012 -- General secretary Kim Jong Il was awarded Kim Il Sung Prize on the occasion of the centenary of the birth of President Kim Il Sung.
Order of Kim Il Sung Awarded to Kim Jong Il KCNA 09 Apr 2012 -- Order of Kim Il Sung was awarded to general secretary Kim Jong Il on the occasion of the centenary of the birth of President Kim Il Sung.
DPRK Premier Visits Electronic and Technological Product Research Institute KCNA 09 Apr 2012 -- DPRK Premier Choe Yong Rim on Sunday learned about work at the Electronic and Technological Product Research Institute on the spot.
Korean Stamp Museum, Korean Stamp Exhibition Opened KCNA 09 Apr 2012 -- The Korean Stamp Museum was opened on April 9 with due ceremony on the occasion of the centenary of the birth of President Kim Il Sung.
Kim Jong Il, Songun Commander KCNA 09 Apr 2012 -- Today marks the 19th anniversary of general secretary Kim Jong Il's election as chairman of the National Defence Commission of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.
'Kim Il Sung's Korea', Special Write-ups to Centenary of His Birth (23) KCNA 09 Apr 2012 -- President Kim Il Sung performed great feats for Korea's reunification with his distinguished idea and leadership.
Rodong Sinmun Calls for Glorifying Exploits in Building Thriving Nation KCNA 09 Apr 2012 -- Rodong Sinmun Monday dedicates an editorial to the 19th anniversary of general secretary Kim Jong Il's election as chairman of the DPRK National Defence Commission.
US Urges China to Convince N. Korea to Scrap Missile Launch VOA 09 Apr 2012 -- The Obama administration is urging China to help convince North Korea to abandon its planned ballistic missile launch. There are new concerns that North Korea may also be planning another nuclear test.
N. Korea Prepares 'Space Launch' Amid Reports of Plans for Nuclear Test VOA 09 Apr 2012 -- North Korea has placed a three-stage rocket on the launch pad at a new, more sophisticated facility facing the Yellow Sea. It plans to launch what it calls an earth observation satellite as early as Thursday. There are also indications the reclusive and impoverished country is preparing for a third nuclear weapons test, as well.
North Korea Prepares for Underground Nuclear Test RIA Novosti 08 Apr 2012 -- North Korea is preparing for a third underground nuclear test, the South Korean news agency Yonhap reported on Sunday, referring to intelligence officials.
S. Korea Report Says Pyongyang Preparing for Third Nuclear Test VOA 08 Apr 2012 -- South Korea's Yonhap news agency says North Korea appears to be preparing for a third nuclear weapons test.
Foreign Media Persons and Experts on Space Science and Technology Visit Sohae Satellite Launching Station KCNA 08 Apr 2012 -- Foreign media persons and experts on space science and technology Sunday toured the Sohae Satellite Launching Station situated in Cholsan County of North Phyongan Province. The DPRK announced its plan to launch the first working satellite on the centenary of the birth of President Kim Il Sung.
Senior Party, State and Army Officials Visit Mangyongdae KCNA 08 Apr 2012 -- Kim Yong Nam, Choe Yong Rim, Ri Yong Ho and other senior officials of the party, state and army and officials of party, working people's organizations and ministries Sunday visited the old home of President Kim Il Sung in Mangyongdae with the approach of the centenary of his birth.
Posters for April Spring Friendship Art Festival Produced KCNA 08 Apr 2012 -- Posters on the 28th April Spring Friendship Art Festival were produced in the DPRK.
Documentary Film Shown to Mark Anniversary of Election of Kim Jong Il as NDC Chairman KCNA 07 Apr 2012 -- The Korean documentary film 'Bringing about great change by Songun revolutionary leadership' was screened at the People's Palace of Culture on Saturday to mark the 19th anniversary of the election of Generalissimo Kim Jong Il as chairman of the DPRK National Defence Commission.
Pyongyang in Festive Mood before April Spring Friendship Art Festival KCNA 07 Apr 2012 -- Pyongyang is alive with preparations for the celebrations of the centenary of the birth of President Kim Il Sung. The 28th April Spring Friendship Art Festival is to be held as part of them.
New Posters Produced KCNA 07 Apr 2012 -- Posters on the 14th Kimilsungia Festival and the Kimilsungia-Kimjongilia Exhibition have been produced. They will be held with splendor to mark the centenary of the birth of President Kim Il Sung (the Day of the Sun) and the 80th birthday of the Korean People's Army.
'Kim Il Sung's Korea', Special Write-ups to Centenary of His Birth (22) KCNA 07 Apr 2012 -- In the 1970s, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea successfully fulfilled the grand economic plan set forth at the Fifth Congress of the Workers' Party of Korea.
Lots of Structures for People Built in 100-Year History of Korea KCNA 07 Apr 2012 -- 100-year history of Korea for freedom and independence, creation and construction has been closely associated with the people.
DPRK Busy with Preparations for Day of Sun KCNA 07 Apr 2012 -- The Democratic People's Republic of Korea is now busy with preparations for significantly marking President Kim Il Sung's 100th birth anniversary (April 15), the Day of the Sun.
NRC Denounces Park Geun Hye for Escalating Confrontation against DPRK KCNA 06 Apr 2012 -- A spokesperson for the National Reconciliation Council (NRC) issued a statement on Friday denouncing the confrontation moves of Park Geun Hye.
Kim Il Sung Prize Awarded to Design for Huichon Power Station KCNA 06 Apr 2012 -- Kim Il Sung Prize was awarded to the design for Huichon Power Station in the DPRK.
DPRK Commends Builders of Huichon Power Station KCNA 06 Apr 2012 -- The DPRK officially commended 57 872 services personnel, builders, officials and designers who made big contributions to completing the Huichon Power Station in the run up to the centenary of the birth of President Kim Il Sung.
Huichon Power Station Goes Operational KCNA 06 Apr 2012 -- The construction of the Huichon Power Station has been completed in the DPRK.
Book 'Comrade Kim Il Sung, Peerlessly Great Man' Vol. 5 Published KCNA 06 Apr 2012 -- The Workers' Party of Korea Publishing House brought out Vol. 5 'The Great Man' of five volume book 'Comrade Kim Il Sung, Peerlessly Great Man' to mark the centenary of the birth of President Kim Il Sung.
Pentagon Urges N.Korea to Give Up Missile Launch Plans RIA Novosti 06 Apr 2012 -- The U.S. Department of Defense urged North Korea to quit its plans to launch a missile to orbit a satellite.
Pentagon: U.S. Takes Prospect of North Korea Launch Seriously AFPS 05 Apr 2012 -- The Defense Department is closely monitoring the prospect of a long-range rocket launch this month by North Korea.
Former US Diplomat Says If Ignored, North Korea Could be 'Dangerous' VOA 05 Apr 2012 -- The former U.S. envoy to North Korea said the Obama administration must continue to engage with Pyongyang.
North Korea Threatens to ‘Bury Enemies at Sea’ RIA Novosti 05 Apr 2012 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un has threatened “to bury enemies at sea” if there are any attempts to hinder Pyongyang’s long-range rocket launch.
Upgraded PAC-2 missiles delivered to Taiwan: defense minister CNA 05 Apr 2012 -- Defense Minister Kao: Upgrade of Patriot PAC-2 missile defense systems has been completed and the missiles sent back to Taiwan.
Interception of Satellite Would Be Regarded as Act of War: CPRK Spokesman KCNA 05 Apr 2012 -- A spokesman for the Committee for the Peaceful Reunification of Korea issued the following statement.
Rodong Sinmun Calls for Greeting WPK Conference with High Political Enthusiasm KCNA 05 Apr 2012 -- Rodong Sinmun editorially calls on all party members, service personnel and other people to significantly greet the forthcoming Fourth Conference of the Workers' Party of Korea.
Kim Jong Un Inspects KPA Navy Unit 155 KCNA 05 Apr 2012 -- Supreme Commander of the Korean People's Army Kim Jong Un, supreme leader of the Workers' Party of Korea and the people of the DPRK, inspected KPA Navy Unit 155.
Rodong Sinmum on S. Korean Authorities and "North Wind" KCNA 04 Apr 2012 -- The "north wind" aim is to turn the south Korean society to escalating the confrontation with the DPRK.
North Korean Defector Sees Signs of Chinese Policy Shift VOA 04 Apr 2012 -- A research organization in Seoul says it is hopeful of better treatment for North Korean defectors in China.
Kim Jong Un Inspects Defence Unit on Ryo Islet KCNA 04 Apr 2012 -- Supreme Commander of the Korean People's Army Kim Jong Un inspected a unit on Ryo Islet defending a forward post on the east coast.
Reception for Chinese Delegation in DPRK KCNA 04 Apr 2012 -- A reception was given for the visiting delegation of the diplomatic officials of the Chinese People's Liberation Army.
Activist Groups Petition UN to Investigate North Korea Prison Camps VOA 03 Apr 2012 -- Human-rights groups are petitioning the United Nations to investigate suspected prison camps in North Korea.
Minju Joson on "2012 White Paper on Unification" KCNA 03 Apr 2012 -- The south Korean "Ministry of Unification" recently issued "2012 white paper on unification".
Service Personnel of KPISF Vow to Devotedly Defend Kim Jong Un KCNA 03 Apr 2012 -- A meeting of service personnel of the Korean People's Internal Security Forces took place before the statue of President Kim Il Sung at the Ministry of People's Security.
New Images Show North Korea Readying for Rocket Launch VOA 02 Apr 2012 -- New satellite images of a North Korean rocket site show evidence of increased preparation for a launch.
Kim Jong Un Elected Delegate to 4th WPK Conference KCNA 02 Apr 2012 -- Meetings to elect delegates to the 4th Conference of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK) took place in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.
Meetings Held to Elect Delegates to WPK Conference KCNA 02 Apr 2012 -- Meetings of the party committees of the Korean People's Army, all the provinces, cities and counties were successfully held to elect delegates to the Fourth Conference of the Workers' Party of Korea.
DPRK on S. Korea Disturbing Int'l Tour of Mt. Kumgang KCNA 01 Apr 2012 -- A spokesman for the Guidance Bureau of the Special Zone for International Tour of Mt. Kumgang of the DPRK made public the following statement.

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