December 2012 - North Korea Special Weapons News

National Meeting Marks 40th Anniversary of Socialist Constitution of DPRK KCNA 26 Dec 2012 -- There took place at the People's Palace of Culture on Wednesday a national meeting to mark the 40th anniversary of the promulgation of 'Socialist Constitution of the DPRK' by President Kim Il Sung.
Documentary 'Leader Kim Jong Il Will Always Be with Service Personnel of Korean People's Army' Shown KCNA 26 Dec 2012 -- Documentary film 'Leader Kim Jong Il Will Always Be with Service Personnel of the Korean People's Army' was shown at the People's Palace of Culture on Wednesday on the occasion of the 21st anniversary of his assumption of supreme commandership of the KPA.
Performance Given for Contributors to Satellite Launch KCNA 26 Dec 2012 -- A performance was given by the State Merited Chorus with splendor at the Mansudae Art Theatre on Wednesday in congratulation of the scientists, technicians, workers and officials who contributed to the successful launch of satellite Kwangmyongsong 3-2.
Agricultural Workers Mark Anniversary of Kim Jong Un's Assumption of KPA Supreme Commandership KCNA 26 Dec 2012 -- Agricultural workers met to celebrate the first anniversary of the dear respected Marshal Kim Jong Un's assumption of supreme commandership of the Korean People's Army at the Mangyongdae Vegetable Farm in Pyongyang on Wednesday.
Kim Jong Il and Space Industry of DPRK KCNA 26 Dec 2012 -- The title of DPRK Hero was awarded on Dec. 22 to more than 100 scientists, technicians, workers and officials who greatly contributed to the successful launch of Kwangmyongsong 3-2.
Kim Jong Il, Peerlessly Great Man (16) KCNA 26 Dec 2012 -- General Secretary Kim Jong Il in his lifetime put the single-minded unity of the whole society in the DPRK on the highest level by forming the harmonious whole of the party and the army.
Anniversary of Kim Jong Un's Assumption of KPA Supreme Commandership Celebrated KCNA 25 Dec 2012 -- A meeting of workers and members of trade unions was held at the Central Hall of Workers Tuesday on the first anniversary of the dear respected Kim Jong Un's assumption of supreme commandership of the Korean People's Army.
More People Pay Homage to Kim Il Sung, Kim Jong Il KCNA 25 Dec 2012 -- Officials of party and armed forces organs, ministries and national institutions on Tuesday visited the Kumsusan Palace of the Sun, the sacred temple of Juche, where President Kim Il Sung and General Secretary Kim Jong Il lie in state.
Performance Given for Contributors to Satellite Launch KCNA 25 Dec 2012 -- The Korean People's Internal Security Forces Song and Dance Ensemble gave a performance at the Ponghwa Art Theatre Tuesday to congratulate scientists, technicians, workers and officials who contributed to the successful launch of satellite Kwangmyongsong 3-2.
More City and County Army-People Meetings Hail Successful Satellite Launch KCNA 25 Dec 2012 -- More army-people meetings were held in cities and counties including Kim Chaek City and Hyangsan, Pochon, Ryongrim, Onsong, Cholsan, Wiwon, Unryul, Phyongang and Jangphung counties to hail the successful launch of satellite Kwangmyongsong 3-2.
Contributors to Satellite Launch Visit Factory KCNA 25 Dec 2012 -- Scientists, technicians, workers and officials who contributed to the successful launch of satellite Kwangmyongsong 3-2 visited the Pyongyang 326 Electric Wire Factory Tuesday.
Kim Jong Il Builds up KPA into Invincible Army KCNA 25 Dec 2012 -- December 24, 2012 marked the 21st anniversary of General Secretary Kim Jong Il's assumption of the supreme commandership of the Korean People's Army (KPA).
Korean People's Loyalty to Their Leader Will Grow More Intense KCNA 25 Dec 2012 -- The song 'People Are of Single Mind', created in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea as a masterpiece of the era, is displaying greater influence among the people with each passing day.
Kim Jong Il, Peerlessly Great Man (15) KCNA 25 Dec 2012 -- General Scretary Kim Jong Il in his lifetime had considered the Korean People's Army to be a driving force in developing the country.
KCNA Commentary Refutes U.S. Accusations against DPRK KCNA 25 Dec 2012 -- The U.S. Intelligence Committee in a recent report let loose a spate of sophism that 'nuclear non-proliferation in north Korea is a major task of the international community' and 'its use of nuclear weapons may lead the world to catastrophe'.
No Force on Earth Can Stifle People's Cause of Justice: Rodong Sinmun KCNA 25 Dec 2012 -- No force on earth can block the people all out to achieve the cause of justice and the people struggling for this cause are sure to emerge victorious.
Kim Jong Un Visits Kumsusan Palace of Sun KCNA 24 Dec 2012 -- Marshal of the DPRK Kim Jong Un, first secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK), first chairman of the DPRK National Defence Commission and supreme commander of the Korean People's Army (KPA), visited the Kumsusan Palace of the Sun at 00:00 on Monday to pay tribute to great Generalissimos Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il.
Congratulatory Message to Contributors to Satellite Lift-off KCNA 24 Dec 2012 -- The Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea sent a congratulatory message to the scientists, technicians, workers and officials who made contributions to the successful launch of satellite Kwangmyongsong 3-2.
International Kim Jong Il Prize Instituted KCNA 24 Dec 2012 -- The International Kim Jong Il Prize was instituted reflecting the unanimous desire and aspiration of progressive humankind to glorify the immortal feats and noble revolutionary life of General Secretary Kim Jong Il.
New Book Off Press in DPRK KCNA 24 Dec 2012 -- The DPRK brought out book 'The Great Leader Comrade Kim Jong Il Will Live Forever' on the occasion of the first anniversary of his demise.
New Book Sees Light in DPRK KCNA 24 Dec 2012 -- The DPRK brought out book 'Days of Devotedly Protecting Leader' on the occasion of the 95th birth anniversary of anti-Japanese war hero Kim Jong Suk.
Successful Launch of Kwangmyongsong 3-2, Victory of DPRK's Policy for Peaceful Space Development KCNA 24 Dec 2012 -- The successful launch of satellite Kwangmyongsong 3-2 is a brilliant embodiment and a great victory of the consistent policy of the Workers' Party of Korea and the DPRK government on space development and its use for peaceful purposes.
Servicepersons Make New History of National Prosperity KCNA 24 Dec 2012 -- Today marks the 21st anniversary of General Secretary Kim Jong Il's assumption of the supreme commandership of the Korean People's Army.
Kim Jong Il Leads DPRK to Victory in Nuclear Showdown with U.S. KCNA 24 Dec 2012 -- General Secretary Kim Jong Il was acclaimed as the supreme commander of the Korean People's Army on December 24 Juche 80 (1991), when the United States was making desperate efforts to stifle the socialist system in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea over the 'nuclear issue'.
Kim Jong Il, Peerlessly Great Man (14) KCNA 24 Dec 2012 -- General Secretary Kim Jong Il in his lifetime considered the mental power to be one of major factors in beefing up the army.
Defense minister rejects claims about Iran-North Korea missile cooperation IRNA 24 Dec 2012 -- Defense Minister Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi here on Monday rejected claims made by some countries that Iran and North Korea are cooperating in the field of missile.
Title of DPRK Hero Awarded to Contributors to Successful Launch of Satellite KCNA 23 Dec 2012 -- The title of DPRK Hero, gold star medals and Orders of National Flag (First Class) were awarded to Choe Chun Sik and 100 other scientists, technicians, workers and officials.
More Army-People Rallies Hail Successful Satellite Launch KCNA 23 Dec 2012 -- More army-people rallies were held in cities and counties to hail the successful launch of satellite Kwangmyongsong 3-2.
Documentary 'Under Guidance of Great Brilliant Commander' Shown KCNA 22 Dec 2012 -- Documentary 'Under the Guidance of the Great Brilliant Commander' (27) was shown at the People's Palace of Culture Saturday to mark the 21st anniversary of General Secretary Kim Jong Il's assumption of supreme commandership of the Korean People's Army (KPA).
Successful Satellite Launchers Congratulated KCNA 22 Dec 2012 -- Scientists, technicians, workers and officials who successfully launched Kwangmyongsong 3-2 are deluged with congratulatory letters and messages from different parts of the DPRK.
Kim Jong Un's Speech Encourages DPRK Scientists KCNA 22 Dec 2012 -- Respected Marshal Kim Jong Un made an inspiring speech at the banquet given on Friday in honor of the scientists, technicians, workers and officials who made contributions to the successful launch of Kwangmyongsong 3-2, the first working satellite of the DPRK.
Tribute Paid to Kim Il Sung, Kim Jong Il KCNA 22 Dec 2012 -- Service personnel of the Korean People's Army and officials of ministries and national institutions on Saturday visited the Kumsusan Palace of the Sun on the occasion of the first anniversary of demise of General Secretary Kim Jong Il.
Kim Jong Il, Peerlessly Great Man (13) KCNA 22 Dec 2012 -- General Secretary Kim Jong Il in his lifetime had consistently maintained the principle of attaching importance to military affairs.
KCNA Report on Kim Jong Un's Leadership Feats in 2012 KCNA 22 Dec 2012 -- The Korean Central News Agency Friday released a report on the landmark phase the dear respected Marshal Kim Jong Un brought about in the general advance in the new centenary of the Juche era by victoriously leading the drive of service personnel and people of the DPRK for building a thriving socialist nation with his outstanding and seasoned leadership this significant year.
S. Korea Says Debris Reveals North's ICBM Technology VOA 23 Dec 2012 -- South Korea is asserting, based on debris it recovered from North Korea's rocket launch this month, that the reclusive state has significantly advanced its ballistic missile technology.
N.Korea to Launch More Rockets - Kim Jong-un RIA Novosti 22 Dec 2012 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has called for further development of space technology and the launching of more rockets following the successful launch of one earlier this month, Kyodo reported on Saturday.
North Korean Leader Calls for More Powerful Rockets VOA 22 Dec 2012 -- North Korea's leader has called for the development of more powerful rockets, following last week's successful launch of a long-range rocket.
Kim Jong Un Congratulates Those Who Demonstrated National Power of Great Paektusan Nation KCNA 21 Dec 2012 -- The dear respected Kim Jong Un made a speech at the banquet given for the scientists, technicians, workers and officials who contributed to the successful launch of satellite Kwangmyongsong 3-2.
Banquet Given for Scientists, Technicians, Workers and Officials Who Succeeded in Satellite Lift-off KCNA 21 Dec 2012 -- The Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea gave a grand banquet at the Mokran House on Friday in honor of scientists, technicians, workers and officials who made a contribution to the successful lift-off of satellite Kwangmyongsong 3-2.
American Arrested in DPRK for Committing Crime KCNA 21 Dec 2012 -- The Korean Central News Agency released the following report on Friday:
Those Who Contributed to Satellite Launch Visit Pyongyang Cornstarch Factory, Ice Rink KCNA 21 Dec 2012 -- The Korean Central News Agency released the following report on Friday:
Statues of Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il Erected in Hamhung City KCNA 21 Dec 2012 -- Statues of President Kim Il Sung and leader Kim Jong Il were erected on Tonghung Hill in Hamhung City, South Hamgyong Province.
Message of Thanks Sent to Service Personnel, People of Different Units KCNA 21 Dec 2012 -- The Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea sent a message of thanks to service personnel, officials and employees of different units, including the Mansudae Art Studio, Committee for Capital City Construction, Ministry of Railways and the Hamhung Youth Electrical Appliances Factory, for performing distinguished feats in the work to successfully spruce up the Kumsusan Palace of the Sun as the supreme temple of Juche.
More City and County Army-People Rallies Hail Successful Satellite Launch KCNA 21 Dec 2012 -- More army-people rallies were held in cities and counties to hail the successful launch of satellite Kwangmyongsong 3-2.
Kim Jong Il, Peerlessly Great Man (12) KCNA 21 Dec 2012 -- Leader Kim Jong Il was the peerlessly brilliant Songun commander with unparalleled pluck and mental power.
Multiple Uranium Enrichment Facilities Suspected in N. Korea VOA 21 Dec 2012 -- Analysts are expressing little surprise about the revelation North Korea apparently has multiple facilities to enrich uranium that could be used to make nuclear weapons.
Tribute Paid to Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il KCNA 20 Dec 2012 -- Officials of the party, armed forces and power organs, public organizations, ministries and national institutions and service personnel of the Korean People's Army Wednesday visited the Kumsusan Palace of the Sun where President Kim Il Sung and leader Kim Jong Il lie in state and paid tribute to them.
DPRK Students Encouraged by Satellite Launch KCNA 20 Dec 2012 -- The successful launch of satellite Kwangmyongsong 3-2 in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea has hardened the university students' will to contribute to developing the nation's science.
Documentary on DPRK's Successful Launch of Satellite Screened KCNA 20 Dec 2012 -- A new documentary 'Successful Launch of Satellite Kwangmyongsong 3-2 under the Leadership of the Dear Respected Marshal Kim Jong Un' was produced in the DPRK.
More Army-People Rallies Hail Successful Satellite Launch KCNA 20 Dec 2012 -- More army-people rallies took place in cities and counties of the DPRK to hail the successful launch of satellite Kwangmyongsong 3-2, a full demonstration of the might of the great Paektusan nation.
Kim Jong Il, Peerlessly Great Man (11) KCNA 20 Dec 2012 -- Leader Kim Jong Il had paid big efforts to establishing the Korean way of military strategy and tactics and adapting the Korean People's Army to features of modern warfare.
Rodong Sinmun Hails Successful Satellite Launch KCNA 20 Dec 2012 -- The DPRK successfully launched satellite Kwangmyongsong 3-2, putting it into orbit on Dec. 12. This was a thrilling deed in the history of the nation, a great historic event and a striking demonstration of the nation's level of latest science and technology.
More Army-People Rallies Hail Satellite Launch KCNA 19 Dec 2012 -- Army-people rallies took place in South Hwanghae, Kangwon and Ryanggang Provinces and Rason City on Wednesday to hail the successful launch of satellite Kwangmyongsong 3-2.
Dozens of Poems Created KCNA 19 Dec 2012 -- Poets under the Central Committee of the Writers Union of Korea created dozens of poems for some days with a desire to convey to posterity the great event of successful launch of satellite Kwangmyongsong 3-2.
DPRK Workers Encouraged by Satellite Launch KCNA 19 Dec 2012 -- People in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea are still seized with joy over the successful launch of satellite Kwangmyongsong 3-2 in the country.
Successful Satellite Launch Meaningful for Korean People KCNA 19 Dec 2012 -- The successful launch of Kwangmyongsong 3-2, an earth observation satellite, takes on an important meaning for the Korean people.
Kim Jong Il, Peerlessly Great Man (10) KCNA 19 Dec 2012 -- Leader Kim Jong Il had a wide range of military knowledge and superb power of command over the armed forces.
Kim Jong Il, Peerlessly Great Man (9) KCNA 18 Dec 2012 -- Regarding it as his happiness to devote himself to the prosperity of the country and the people's wellbeing, leader Kim Jong Il in his lifetime made ceaseless journey of guidance to military units and economic sectors.
Kim Jong Il Makes Literature and Art Helpful to Songun Politics KCNA 18 Dec 2012 -- The literature and art, created thanks to the guidance of leader Kim Jong Il in the era of Songun (military-first), is considered a treasure in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.
Provincial and City Army-People Rallies Hail Successful Satellite Launch KCNA 18 Dec 2012 -- Army-people rallies took place in South Phyongan, North Hwanghae and North Hamgyong Provinces and Nampho City on Tuesday to hail the successful launch of the second version of satellite Kwangmyongsong-3.
Lots of Weavers Fulfill Yearly Quota KCNA 18 Dec 2012 -- The Kim Jong Suk Pyongyang Textile Mill has made long strides in modernization of the mill as well as in production.
Inaugural Ceremony of Renovated Kumsusan Palace of Sun Held KCNA 17 Dec 2012 -- The renovated Kumsusan Palace of the Sun opened with due ceremony on Monday, the first anniversary of demise of leader Kim Jong Il.
Kim Jong Un Pays Respects to Kim Jong Il KCNA 17 Dec 2012 -- Marshal 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, with his wife Ri Sol Ju visited the renovated Kumsusan Palace of the Sun to pay respects to Kim Jong Il on the first anniversary of his demise.
Kim Jong Un Sends Thanks to People for Rendering Devotion to Sprucing Up Kumsusan Palace of Sun KCNA 17 Dec 2012 -- The dear respected Kim Jong Un Monday sent a letter of thanks to all the service personnel and people who devoted themselves to sprucing up the Kumsusan Palace of the Sun as the sacred temple of Juche.
Service Personnel Renew Loyalty Pledge to Kim Jong Un KCNA 17 Dec 2012 -- Soldiers of the Ground, Navy and Air and Anti-Air Forces of the Korean People's Army met at the plaza of the Kumsusan Palace of the Sun on Monday to pay high tributes to Generalissimos Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il and renew their pledge to be faithful to Supreme Commander Marshal Kim Jong Un.
Letter to Kim Jong Un from AINDF Central Committee KCNA 17 Dec 2012 -- The dear respected Kim Jong Un received a letter from the Central Committee of the Anti-Imperialist National Democratic Front (AINDF) on Monday, the first anniversary of demise of leader Kim Jong Il.
Kim Jong Un Receives Letter from Chongryon Central Standing Committee KCNA 17 Dec 2012 -- The dear respected Kim Jong Un received a letter from the Central Standing Committee of the General Association of Korean Residents in Japan (Chongryon) on December 17, the first anniversary of demise of leader Kim Jong Il.
All People in DPRK Observe Three-Minute Silence for Kim Jong Il at Noon KCNA 17 Dec 2012 -- Sirens sounded across the DPRK at noon on Monday.
Floral Baskets Laid before Statues of Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il KCNA 17 Dec 2012 -- Service personnel, people of various social circles, youth and schoolchildren across the DPRK laid floral baskets before statues of President Kim Il Sung and leader Kim Jong Il and their smiling portraits in the residential areas on Monday, the first anniversary of demise of Kim Jong Il.
Mansu Hill Crowded with People KCNA 17 Dec 2012 -- Mansu Hill, where statues of President Kim Il Sung and leader Kim Jong Il stand, were crowded with people at dawn Monday, the first anniversary of leader Kim Jong Il's demise.
All Parts of DPRK Overcome with Yearning for Kim Jong Il KCNA 17 Dec 2012 -- All parts of the DPRK has been overcome with ardent yearning for leader Kim Jong Il on Monday, the 1st anniversary of his demise.
Korean People Cherish Memory of Kim Jong Il on 1st Anniversary of His Demise KCNA 17 Dec 2012 -- One year has passed after the demise of leader Kim Jong Il, but he is still alive in the hearts of the Korean people.
Kim Jong Il's Songun Politics Brings About War Deterrent KCNA 17 Dec 2012 -- On leader Kim Jong Il's 1st death anniversary, the people in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea are sorely missing him, who defended the country and the nation with the Songun (military-first) politics.
Image of Smiling Leader Kim Jong Il Kept in Koreans' Hearts KCNA 17 Dec 2012 -- At a time when yearning for leader Kim Jong Il was growing deeper among the Koreans and the world people, the DPRK successfully launched the second version of satellite Kwangmyongsong-3, true to his behest.
Kim Jong Il's Feats for Global Independence KCNA 17 Dec 2012 -- Leader Kim Jong Il in his lifetime performed undying feats for the times and history with his distinguished ideas and energetic guidance.
Kim Jong Il's Feats for Korea's Reunification KCNA 17 Dec 2012 -- Leader Kim Jong Il in his lifetime had performed undying feats for national reunification, the cherished desire of all Koreans.
Kim Jong Il, Peerlessly Great Man (8) KCNA 17 Dec 2012 -- Leader Kim Jong Il's Songun (military-first) leadership was characterized by inspection tours of military units and field guidance to establishments throughout the country.
Kim Jong Il's Exploits Performed in His External Activities Praised KCNA 17 Dec 2012 -- Leader Kim Jong Il made long tours of various countries in his lifetime, making immortal contributions to peace and stability of the Northeast Asia and the rest of the world, the development of relations between the DPRK and other countries and the human cause of independence.
National Memorial Service Marks First Anniversary of Demise of Kim Jong Il KCNA 16 Dec 2012 -- A national memorial service was held with solemnity here to mark the first anniversary of demise of leader Kim Jong Il.
Film Documenting Kim Jong Il's Life Screened KCNA 16 Dec 2012 -- 'We Will Hold the Great Leader Comrade Kim Jong Il in High Esteem Down through Generations', part 4 of the documentary film 'The Great Leader Comrade Kim Jong Il Will Live Forever,' was shown at the People's Palace of Culture on Sunday to mark the first anniversary of his demise.
Kim Jong Il's Songun Leadership Turns DPRK Invincible KCNA 16 Dec 2012 -- The Democratic People's Republic of Korea is now demonstrating itself as a military giant with powerful war deterrent and a satellite manufacturing and launching state.
Many Memorial Literary Works Created in DPRK This Year KCNA 16 Dec 2012 -- This year many literary works have been created in memory of leader Kim Jong Il in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.
Kim Jong Il, Peerlessly Great Man (7) KCNA 16 Dec 2012 -- With the Songun (military-first) politics, leader Kim Jong Il reliably defended the country and socialism, paving the road for building a thriving nation.
Army-People Rallies Hail Successful Satellite Launch KCNA 15 Dec 2012 -- There take place army-people rallies in different parts of the DPRK to hail the successful launch of the second version of satellite Kwangmyongsong-3.
Pyongyang Pleased at News of Successful Satellite Lift-off KCNA 15 Dec 2012 -- The news of the successful launch of the second version of satellite Kwangmyongsong-3 made the whole capital city seethe with a wave of jubilation.
Space Scientists, Technicians Arrive in Pyongyang KCNA 15 Dec 2012 -- The dear respected Marshal Kim Jong Un invited scientists and technicians who made a great contribution to fully demonstrating scientific and technical might of Juche Korea to the whole world to come to Pyongyang.
Rodong Sinmun Calls Successful Launch of Satellite Proud Victory of Great Paektusan Nation KCNA 15 Dec 2012 -- Rodong Sinmun Saturday in an editorial hails the successful launch of the second version of satellite Kwangmyongsong-3.
Kim Jong Il's Exploits Performed for National Reunification Lauded KCNA 15 Dec 2012 -- The Korean people who miss leader Kim Jong Il very much look back with deep emotion on his career totally dedicated to the reunification of the country.
Kim Jong Il's Life Woven with Love for People KCNA 15 Dec 2012 -- Leader Kim Jong Il in his lifetime made a long journey of field guidance by train for the prosperity of the country and wellbeing of the people.
2012 Witnesses Many Edifices in DPRK KCNA 15 Dec 2012 -- It is almost one year since leader Kim Jong Il passed away.
Kim Jong Il, Peerlessly Great Man (6) KCNA 15 Dec 2012 -- Today the man-centered Juche idea, founded by President Kim Il Sung, has become the universal idea for the world people in the struggle for independence thanks to leader Kim Jong Il's energetic ideo-theoretical activities.
Kim Jong Il's Noble Personality (11) KCNA 15 Dec 2012 -- Giancarlo Elia Valori, chairman of the Italian General Investment Group, is one of those who was fascinated by the noble personality of leader Kim Jong Il.
Kim Jong Un Visits Sohae Space Center to Congratulate Scientists, Technicians KCNA 14 Dec 2012 -- The dear respected Marshal Kim Jong Un, first secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK) and first chairman of the DPRK National Defence Commission visited the Sohae Space Center located in Cholsan County, North Phyongan Province to congratulate scientists and technicians on their great contribution to the successful launch of the second version of the satellite Kwangmyongsong-3.
Pyongyang Army-People Rally Hails Successful Satellite Launch KCNA 14 Dec 2012 -- A Pyongyang army-people rally was held at Kim Il Sung Square Friday to hail the successful launch of the second version of satellite Kwangmyongsong-3.
Pyongyang Army-People Rally Hails Successful Satellite Launch KCNA 14 Dec 2012 -- A Pyongyang army-people rally was held at Kim Il Sung Square Friday to hail the successful launch of the second version of satellite Kwangmyongsong-3.
Pyongyang Army-People Rally Hails Successful Satellite Launch KCNA 14 Dec 2012 -- A Pyongyang army-people rally is now under way at Kim Il Sung Square to hail the successful launch of the second version of satellite Kwangmyongsong-3.
Satellite Liftoff Displays Development of DPRK's Science KCNA 14 Dec 2012 -- The Democratic People's Republic of Korea successfully launched the second version of satellite Kwangmyongsong-3 with carrier rocket Unha-3 on Wednesday.
Credit for Successful Satellite Launch Goes to Kim Jong Un: Scientist KCNA 14 Dec 2012 -- The Democratic People's Republic of Korea successfully launched the second version of satellite Kwangmyongsong-3 on Dec. 12, delighting all the people of the country.
Satellite Kwangmyongsong-3 Will Be Helpful to Progress of National Economy: Educationists KCNA 14 Dec 2012 -- The Democratic People's Republic of Korea launched the second version of satellite Kwangmyongsong-3 on Wednesday.
Any Country Has Right to Use Outer Space: Pyongyang Citizens KCNA 14 Dec 2012 -- The Democratic People's Republic of Korea successfully launched the second version of satellite Kwangmyongsong-3 on Wednesday.
Successful Satellite Launch Makes Korean People Sorely Miss Kim Jong Il KCNA 14 Dec 2012 -- The Democratic People's Republic of Korea successfully launched the Pyongyang, December 14 (KCNA) -- With the successful launch of the second version of satellite Kwangmyongsong-3, all the people in the DPRK are now very grateful to leader Kim Jong Il for having turned the country into a full-fledged satellite manufacturing and launching state.
DPRK's Successful Satellite Launch Hailed by Deputy Head of Joint Chiefs of Iranian Army KCNA 14 Dec 2012 -- Masoud Jazayeri, deputy head of the Joint Chiefs of Staff of the Iranian Army, on Wednesday warmly congratulated the government and people of the DPRK on their successful launch of the second version of satellite Kwangmyongsong-3.
DPRK Premier Makes Field Survey of Factories in Pyongyang KCNA 14 Dec 2012 -- DPRK Premier Choe Yong Rim made field survey of various factories in Pyongyang.
Mosaics of Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il Erected KCNA 14 Dec 2012 -- Mosaics portraying smiling President Kim Il Sung and leader Kim Jong Il 'The great leader Comrade Kim Il Sung will always be with us' and 'The great leader Comrade Kim Jong Il will always be with us' were erected in Songrim City and Ongjin, Anak, Paechon, Thaethan, Unchon, Sangwon and Sungho counties.
Stamps Issued to Commemorate First Death Anniversary of Kim Jong Il KCNA 14 Dec 2012 -- The DPRK State Stamp Bureau issued stamps (two sheets) to commemorate the 1st anniversary of demise of leader Kim Jong Il, Dec. 17.
Kim Jong Il Always Finding Himself among People KCNA 14 Dec 2012 -- It was on December 15 last year that leader Kim Jong Il visited the Kwangbok Area Supermarket in Mangyongdae District, Pyongyang, two days before his demise.
Kim Jong Il's Noble Personality (10) KCNA 14 Dec 2012 -- It is a story about Raul Garcia Alvarez, who was active in Pyongyang as a correspondent of Cuba's Prensa Latina News Agency, and his wife.
Kim Jong Il, Peerlessly Great Man (5) KCNA 14 Dec 2012 -- Leader Kim Jong Il in his lifetime believed in the popular masses as in Heaven, regarding them as his teacher.
South Korea Analyzing North's Rocket Debris VOA 14 Dec 2012 -- South Korea says its navy has retrieved debris from the North's rocket launch earlier this week and will analyze it to learn more about Pyongyang's missile capability.
Kim Jong Un Observes Satellite Launch Processes KCNA 13 Dec 2012 -- The dear respected Marshal Kim Jong Un, first secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK), first chairman of the National Defence Commission (NDC) of the DPRK and supreme commander of the Korean People's Army, gave a final written order regarding the launch of the second version of Kwangmyongsong-3 to the Korean Committee of Space Technology at 8 a.m. on December 12, 2012.
DPRK's Satellite Launch Represents Its Sci-Tech Development KCNA 13 Dec 2012 -- The successful launch of another satellite in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea represented the nation's sci-tech development and economic potentials.
DPRK People Seized with Great Joy over Satellite Launch KCNA 13 Dec 2012 -- The successful launch of the second version of satellite Kwangmyongsong-3 has given a great pleasure to the DPRK people.
DPRK Has Earth Observation Technology: Scientist KCNA 13 Dec 2012 -- The DPRK successfully launched the second version of satellite Kwangmyongsong-3 on Wednesday.
DPRK's Successful Satellite Launch Hailed KCNA 13 Dec 2012 -- Jo Il Min, chief of the Pyongyang Mission of the Anti-Imperialist National Democratic Front (AINDF), was interviewed by KCNA on Thursday as regards the successful launch of the second version of satellite Kwangmyongsong-3.
DPRK's Satellite Enters Its Preset Orbit: Scientist KCNA 13 Dec 2012 -- On Wednesday, journalists covered the details of the launch of the second version of satellite Kwangmyongsong-3 at the General Satellite Control and Command Center on the outskirts of Pyongyang City.
Members of Women's Union Vow Loyalty to Kim Jong Un KCNA 13 Dec 2012 -- Members of the women's union met at the plaza of the Tower of the Juche idea on Thursday to faithfully uphold the idea and leadership of the dear respected Kim Jong Un, true to the behests of general secretary Kim Jong Il.
Korean Youth Meet to Remember Kim Jong Il KCNA 13 Dec 2012 -- A remembrance meeting of youth and students 'The General and Youth' took place at the Central Youth Hall on Thursday to mark the first anniversary of demise of general secretary Kim Jong Il.
Kim Jong Il, Tender-hearted Father of People KCNA 13 Dec 2012 -- Nowadays heard everywhere in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea is 'Song of Love for People', a song in praise of general secretary Kim Jong Il's devotion to the people.
Kim Jong Il, Peerlessly Great Man (4) KCNA 13 Dec 2012 -- Leader Kim Jong Il in his lifetime had considered the red color to be his political faith.
Kim Jong Il's Noble Personality (9) KCNA 13 Dec 2012 -- General secretary Kim Jong Il in his lifetime had taken warm care of the life of a French Pierre Boudot, who was a professor at University of Paris 1 and a director of the International Institute of the Juche Idea.
Tireless Efforts Made by Kim Jong Il for National Prosperity KCNA 13 Dec 2012 -- General secretary Kim Jong Il in his lifetime had made tireless efforts for the country and the people.
Kim Jong Il, Tender-hearted Father of People KCNA 13 Dec 2012 -- Nowadays heard everywhere in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea is 'Song of Love for People', a song in praise of general secretary Kim Jong Il's devotion to the people.
China Calls for 'Moderate' Response to North Korean Rocket Launch VOA 13 Dec 2012 -- China has reiterated that any U.N. response to North Korea's rocket launch should be 'prudent and moderate,' after the U.S. urged Beijing to pressure Pyongyang to adhere to its international obligations.
N. Korean Missiles Don't Threaten US Yet, Analysts Say VOA 13 Dec 2012 -- Analysts say North Korea's successful launch of a long-range rocket is a major achievement for a country that has long wanted to obtain the capability to strike North America with nuclear weapons. But they say Pyongyang must still make several major technological advances before that threat becomes a reality.
KCNA Releases Report on Satellite Launch KCNA 12 Dec 2012 -- The Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) released the following report Wednesday:
DPRK Foreign Ministry Spokesman on Satellite Launch KCNA 12 Dec 2012 -- A spokesman for the Foreign Ministry of the DPRK gave the following answer to questions put by KCNA Wednesday as regards the successful launch of the second version of satellite Kwangmyongsong-3:
Journalists Visit General Satellite Control and Command Center KCNA 12 Dec 2012 -- Journalists inspected the General Satellite Control and Command Center in Pyongyang Wednesday after the successful launch of the second version of satellite Kwangmyongsong-3.
DPRK People Delighted at Successful Satellite Launch KCNA 12 Dec 2012 -- Upon hearing the news of the successful satellite launch, the Korean people are gripped by a great joy.
Pyongyangites Rejoiced over Successful Launch of Satellite KCNA 12 Dec 2012 -- At around 12:00 Wednesday, it was reported that the second version of the satellite Kwangmyongsong-3 was successfully launched in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.
DPRK Intellectuals Convinced of Thriving Nation KCNA 12 Dec 2012 -- Upon hearing the news of the successful launch of another satellite, intellectuals in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea have expressed their belief in the building of a thriving nation.
Pyongyangites Joyful at Successful Satellite Launch KCNA 12 Dec 2012 -- The successful launch of the second version of satellite Kwangmyongsong-3 has pushed Pyongyang City into a festive mood.
DPRK Workers Encouraged by Successful Satellite Launch KCNA 12 Dec 2012 -- The news of satellite launch in the DPRK has encouraged the workers in the economic construction.
Pyongyangites Overcome by Joy at Successful Satellite Launch KCNA 12 Dec 2012 -- The news of the successful satellite launch has put Pyongyang citizens into tumult of joy.
Rodong Sinmun Kim Jong Il Is Greatest Model to Be Followed by Revolutionaries KCNA 12 Dec 2012 -- General secretary Kim Jong Il's noble traits have become the greatest model for the revolutionaries, Rodong Sinmun Wednesday says in an editorial.
2012, Year Characterized by Korean People's High Moral Obligation to Kim Jong Il KCNA 12 Dec 2012 -- In the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, the year 2012 is characterized by the people's strong sense of moral obligation to general secretary Kim Jong Il.
Kim Jong Il, Peerlessly Great Man (3) KCNA 12 Dec 2012 -- General secretary Kim Jong Il in his lifetime regarded music as one of the important means in pursuing politics.
Kim Jong Il's Noble Personality (8) KCNA 12 Dec 2012 -- In the Central Botanical Garden in Pyongyang, there is a tropical fruit tree called 'Psidium guajava'.
UN Security Council Condemns Korean Rocket Launch VOA 12 Dec 2012 -- The United Nations Security Council has condemned North Korea's rocket launch, saying it violates two council resolutions prohibiting Pyongyang from using ballistic missile technology. The council will consider stronger action in the coming days.
North Korea rocket launch no threat to Taiwan: official CNA 12 Dec 2012 -- North Korea's rocket launch on Wednesday did not pose any threat to Taiwan's national security, a Taiwanese defense official said, shortly after reports of North Korea's firing of the rocket.
North Korea rocket launch 'very unwise': president CNA 12 Dec 2012 -- A new early warning radar system helped Taiwan detect North Korea's rocket launch shortly after the rocket blasted off Wednesday morning, according to the country's Ministry of Defense.
North Korea launches rocket, passes over Okinawa: report CNA 12 Dec 2012 -- North Korea launched a long-range rocket Wednesday that hurtled over Okinawa, but Japan did not fire a Patriot PAC 3 missile to intercept it, according to Japanese media reports.
North Korea rocket launch 'very unwise': president CNA 12 Dec 2012 -- President Ma Ying-jeou has said it is unwise for North Korea to create tensions in East Asia by launching rockets, his spokesman said Wednesday.
Taiwan `deeply concerned' over North Korean rocket launch CNA 12 Dec 2012 -- Taiwan is deeply concerned over North Korea's rocket launch Wednesday, a Taiwanese official said, describing the move as violating U.N. Security Council regulations and undermining regional stability.
Iran denies presence of its experts in North Korea IRNA 12 Dec 2012 -- Iran's Defense Ministry strongly dismissed claims by certain western media on presence of Iranian experts in North Korea to help the country launch ballistic missiles.
DPRK Succeeds in Satellite Launch KCNA 12 Dec 2012 -- The second version of satellite Kwangmyongsong-3 successfully lifted off from the Sohae Space Center in Cholsan County, North Phyongan Province by carrier rocket Unha-3 on Wednesday.
Secretary General condemns North Korea's rocket launch NATO 12 Dec 2012
Defiant North Korea Launches Rocket RFE/RL 12 Dec 2012 -- The international community is condemning the apparently successful launch of a North Korean rocket into space.
North Korea Launches Long-Range Rocket RIA Novosti 12 Dec 2012 -- North Korea has launched a long-range rocket on Wednesday, South Korea's Yonhap news agency said citing Seoul's defense ministry.
North Korea Says Satellite In Orbit, NORAD Confirms RIA Novosti 12 Dec 2012 -- North Korea's official news agency said a carrier rocket has delivered into orbit the second version of Kwangmyongsong-3 satellite on Wednesday.
Moscow 'Regrets' N.Korean Rocket Launch RIA Novosti 12 Dec 2012 -- Russia expressed its "deep regret" over North Korea's long-range rocket launch on Wednesday and called on Pyongyang to refrain from further action which could increase tension in the region.
UN chief deplores rocket launch by DPR Korea UN News Centre 12 Dec 2012 -- Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon deplored the rocket launch announced by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), calling it a clear violation of the Security Council's demand that Pyongyang not conduct any launch using ballistic missile technology.
Security Council Condemns N. Korean Rocket Launch VOA 12 Dec 2012 -- The U.N. Security Council has condemned North Korea's rocket launch, calling it a clear violation of U.N. resolutions that ban Pyongyang from carrying out missile or nuclear-related tests.
US Condemns 'Highly Provocative' N. Korean Rocket Launch VOA 12 Dec 2012 -- The United States has joined other governments in condemning North Korea's apparently successful long-range rocket launch, calling it a 'highly provocative act' that threatens regional security.
U.S. Warning Systems Detect, Track North Korean Missile Launch AFPS 11 Dec 2012 -- North American Aerospace Defense Command officials acknowledged that U.S. missile warning systems detected and tracked the launch of a North Korean missile at 7:49 p.m. EST.
North Korea Launches Long-Range Rocket VOA 11 Dec 2011 -- Defying warnings from the United Nations and the United States, North Korea has carried out what it calls a “space launch” but what most of the international community regard as a provocative test of ballistic missile technology.
Kim Jong Il's Noble Personality (7) KCNA 11 Dec 2012 -- General secretary Kim Jong Il in his lifetime had shown loving care for the family of Ya. T. Nobichenko, an ordinary Russian citizen.
Kim Jong Il, Peerlessly Great Man (2) KCNA 11 Dec 2012 -- General secretary Kim Jong Il in his lifetime paid deep attention to attaining the single-minded unity of the leader, the party and the popular masses.
Documentary Film Produced to Mark Anniversary of Kim Jong Il's Demise KCNA 11 Dec 2012 -- 'We Will Hold the Great Leader Comrade Kim Jong Il in High Esteem Down through Generations', part 4 of the documentary film 'The Great Leader Comrade Kim Jong Il Will Live Forever' was produced to mark the first anniversary of his demise.
FM spokesman: There are no Iranian military experts in N Korea IRNA 11 Dec 2012 -- Foreign Ministry Spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast rejected rumors of presence of Iranian nuclear experts in North Korea.
North Korea Starts Disassembling Rocket - Agency RIA Novosti 11 Dec 2012 -- North Korea has started disassembling a controversial long-range rocket it had been preparing to launch, citing 'technical problems,' South Korea's Yonhap news agency said on Tuesday.
N. Korea Reportedly Removes Rocket From Launch Pad VOA 11 Dec 2012 -- North Korea appears to have taken apart and moved its long-range rocket, a day after announcing that technical difficulties had caused a one-week delay of its launch.
North Korea Extends Rocket Launch Window RIA Novosti 10 Dec 2012 -- North Korea has extended the launch window for its latest rocket test to December 29, according to a report in North Korean state media.
North Korea Extends Rocket Launch Window to December 29 VOA 10 Dec 2012 -- North Korea said Monday that engineers have found a technical problem in the controversial rocket and have extended the window until the end of December. The rocket would put a satellite in orbit, and had been set to launch as early as this week.
Kim Jong Il, Peerlessly Great Man (1) KCNA 10 Dec 2012 -- The Korean people, seized with ardent yearning for general secretary Kim Jong Il with the approach of his 1st death anniversary, are recalling the undying feats he performed in carrying into practice the idea and cause of President Kim Il Sung.
Kim Jong Il's Noble Personality (6) KCNA 10 Dec 2012 -- One day in October Juche 88 (1999), leader Kim Jong Il met Nina Alexandrovna Andreyeva, general secretary of the All-Union Communist Party of Bolsheviks of Russia, on a visit to the DPRK.
Pyongyang Folklore Park (6) KCNA 10 Dec 2012 -- In the folk games area of the Pyongyang Folklore Park there are open-air and indoor playgrounds for various events.
DPRK to Extend Satellite Launch Period KCNA 10 Dec 2012 -- The spokesman for the Korean Committee of Space Technology Monday released the following statement:
North Korea May Delay Rocket Launch RIA Novosti 09 Dec 2012 -- North Korea may postpone the controversial launch of a long-range rocket scheduled between December 10 and 22, the South Korean media reported on Sunday.
S.Korea Deploys Warships to Track N.Korea Rocket Launch RIA Novosti 08 Dec 2012 -- South Korea has deployed two King Sejong the Great class Aegis destroyers in the Yellow Sea with one more to be sent there shortly in anticipation of an imminent North Korean rocket launch, the Yonhap news agency reported on Saturday.
KCST Spokesman on Launching Time of Satellite KCNA 08 Dec 2012 -- The spokesman for the Korean Committee of Space Technology Saturday gave the following answer to the question raised by KCNA as regards the launch of the second version of Kwangmyongsong-3 satellite:
Book on Leader Kim Jong Il Published KCNA 08 Dec 2012 -- The DPRK brought out a collection of revolutionary anecdotes 'Last Year of Great Life', sequel of 'General Kim Jong Il, Sun of Songun,' on the occasion of the first anniversary of the demise of leader Kim Jong Il.
History of Kim Jong Il's Devotion to People's Happiness Remembered KCNA 08 Dec 2012 -- With the approach of leader Kim Jong Il's first death anniversary, the Korean people are sorely missing him who worked heart and soul for the people's wellbeing.
Rodong Sinmun Calls for Actions for Political Independence KCNA 08 Dec 2012 -- A struggle for independence precisely means justice and any act of violating it injustice.
Japan Deploys Anti-Missile Shield Against North Korea Rocket RIA Novosti 08 Dec 2012 -- Japan has deployed anti-missile defense systems in anticipation of an imminent North Korean rocket launch, Japanese Defense Minister Satoshi Morimoto told a press conference Saturday.
North Korea Reconsidering Launch Date for Rocket VOA 08 Dec 2012 -- North Korea says it is considering readjusting the timing of the launch of a long-range rocket originally scheduled to take off between December 10 and 22.
Kim Jong Il's Noble Personality (5) KCNA 07 Dec 2012 -- One day in Juche 85 (1996) Nikolai Ryashenko, a general officer of the Soviet Union, was surprised to see the birthday spread arranged at the DPRK embassy in Moscow in celebration of his 85th birthday.
Pyongyang Folklore Park (5) KCNA 07 Dec 2012 -- Next to the contemporary times area of the Pyongyang Folklore Park, there is the folklore village area covering 30 odd hectares.
Kim Jong Il's Whole Life Devoted to People's Wellbeing KCNA 07 Dec 2012 -- With the approach of leader Kim Jong Il's 1st death anniversary, the Korean people's yearning for him is running higher than ever.
Selected Works of Kim Jong Il Published KCNA 06 Dec 2012 -- Volume 18 of Selected Works of Kim Jong Il (enlarged edition) was brought out by the Workers' Party of Korea Publishing House.
Kim Jong Il's Noble Personality (4) KCNA 06 Dec 2012 -- Leader Kim Jong Il in his lifetime showed loving care for the family of Zhou Bao-zhong, an anti-Japanese revolutionary fighter of China.
U.S. Monitors Possible North Korean Rocket Launch AFPS 06 Dec 2012 -- U.S. Pacific Command has moved ships into place to monitor a possible North Korean rocket launch, Navy Adm. Samuel J. Locklear III said here today.
US Moves Warships to Track North Korean Rocket Launch VOA 06 Dec 2012 -- The commander of U.S. forces in the Pacific, Admiral Samuel Locklear, says the U.S. is moving warships to track a rocket that North Korea expects to launch.
Japan Deploys Warships Ahead of N.Korean Launch RIA Novosti 06 Dec 2012 -- Tokyo began deploying warships on Thursday in anticipation of a rocket launch by North Korea later this month, media reports said.
Kim Jong Un Sends Wedding Spread to Couple of Miner and Disabled Soldier KCNA 05 Dec 2012 -- Kim Ki Nam, a tunneling worker of Ripsok Mine of Anju Area Coal Complex in South Phyongan Province, and Ri Ok Sim, a special class disabled soldier, received a wedding spread sent by dear respected Kim Jong Un Wednesday.
Big Potato Farm Is Being Created in Northern Part of DPRK KCNA 05 Dec 2012 -- Tokpho Area, Paekam County in Ryanggang Province is being turned into a huge potato farm.
Kim Jong Il's Noble Personality (3) KCNA 05 Dec 2012 -- It has been 75 years since Zhang Wei-hua, an internationalist of China, passed away.
Prospect for North-South Relations Hinges on Struggle of Korean Nation: Rodong Sinmun KCNA 05 Dec 2012 -- The improvement of north-south relations and independent reunification of Korea depend on how the Koreans are awakened and struggle, says Rodong Sinmun Wednesday in a bylined article.
Japan Deploys Patriot Missiles Ahead of N.Korea Launch RIA Novosti 05 Dec 2012 -- A Japanese naval transport ship has delivered Patriot missile interceptor systems to the southern island of Ishigaki to counter any threat posed by North Korea’s planned space launch.
NATO Calls On Pyongyang To Cancel Rocket Launch RFE/RL 05 Dec 2012 -- NATO has called on North Korea to cancel plans for its second rocket launch of 2012, saying it would violate UN resolutions.
N.Korean Rocket Set Up on Launch Pad RIA Novosti 05 Dec 2012 -- North Korea has completed pre-launch assembly of all three stages of a long-range rocket for a flight later this month, media reports said, in defiance of international calls to call off the operation.
U.S., South Korea Participate in Nuke Deterrence Exercise AFPS 05 Dec 2012 -- U.S. and South Korean defense and diplomatic experts will conduct a tabletop exercise examining nuclear deterrence on the Korean Peninsula beginning tomorrow.
N. Korea Ignores Warnings, Prepares Rocket Launch VOA 04 Dec 2012 -- North Korea appears to be moving ahead with preparations to launch a long-range rocket, despite international condemnation.
N.Korea Puts Rocket’s 2nd Stage on Launch Pad RIA Novosti 04 Dec 2012 -- North Korea has completed the installation of the second stage of a carrier rocket and is assembling its third and last stage.
Expressing serious concern, Ban urges DPR Korea to reconsider planned rocket launch UN News Centre 04 Dec 2012 -- United Nations Secretary-General Ban is “seriously concerned” about the announcement of a planned rocket launch by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.
Rodong Sinmun Calls for Fulfilling Duty as Soldiers and Disciples of Kim Jong Il KCNA 04 Dec 2012 -- Rodong Sinmun editorially calls on everyone to struggle and create as soldiers and disciples of leader Kim Jong Il, united close behind the dear respected Kim Jong Un.
Information on the Launch of an Earth Observation Satellite "Kawngmyongsong-3"(2) IMO 03 Dec 2012
Russia Urges N. Korea to Cancel Rocket Launch VOA 03 Dec 2012 -- Russia is urging North Korea not to go ahead with a planned rocket launch later this month. The statement was issued by the Russian Foreign Ministry.
Russia Warns Pyongyang Not To Launch Rocket RFE/RL 03 Dec 2012 -- Russia is urging North Korea to cancel its plan to launch a rocket later this month.
Russia Warns N.Korea Against Rocket Launch RIA Novosti 03 Dec 2012 -- Russia called on North Korea to abandon plans to launch a space rocket later this month, which Pyongyang announced on the weekend.
China Voices Concern over N.Korea’s Planned Satellite Launch RIA Novosti 03 Dec 2012 -- China has voiced its concern over North Korea’s announced plan to launch a carrier rocket with a satellite later this month, Xinhua news agency reported citing a Foreign Ministry official.
North Korea's satellite launch will not affect Taiwan CNA 03 Dec 2012 -- North Korea's planned satellite launch will not pose any security threat to Taiwan because of the big distance between the two countries.
North Korea Launch Plan Alarms Region VOA 03 Dec 2012 -- North Korea's anticipated ballistic missile launch this month is already drawing reaction from its neighbors and the United States.
Meeting Conveys Kim Jong Un's Letter to Scientists and Officials of Academy of Social Sciences KCNA 01 Dec 2012 -- A meeting for conveying the dear respected Marshal Kim Jong Un's historic letter "Our Social Sciences Should Actively Contribute to Accomplishing the Cause of Modeling Whole Society on Kimilsungism-Kimjongilism" was held at the People's Palace of Culture.
Kim Jong Un Clarifies Social Scientists' Responsibility and Duty KCNA 01 Dec 2012 -- The dear respected Marshal Kim Jong Un clarifies the responsibility and duty of social scientists in his letter "Our Social Sciences Should Actively Contribute to Accomplishing the Cause of Modeling Whole Society on Kimilsungism-Kimjongilism".
Kim Jong Un Refers to 60-year-long History of Academy of Social Sciences KCNA 01 Dec 2012 -- The dear respected Marshal Kim Jong Un in his letter "Our Social Sciences Should Actively Contribute to Accomplishing the Cause of Modeling Whole Society on Kimilsungism-Kimjongilism" referred to the 60-year-long history of the Academy of Social Sciences.
Kim Jong Un Refers to Mission of Academy of Social Sciences KCNA 01 Dec 2012 -- The dear respected Marshal Kim Jong Un in the letter "Our Social Sciences Should Actively Contribute to Accomplishing the Cause of Modeling Whole Society on Kimilsungism-Kimjongilism" clarifies the mission of the Academy of Social Sciences.
Kim Jong Un Publishes Work Calling on Social Scientists to Contribute to Modeling Whole Society on Kimilsungism-Kimjongilism KCNA 01 Dec 2012 -- The dear respected Marshal Kim Jong Un sent a letter "Our Social Sciences Should Actively Contribute to Accomplishing the Cause of Modeling Whole Society on Kimilsungism-Kimjongilism" to the scientists and officials of the Academy of Social Sciences on December 1, the 60th anniversary of the academy.
Taiwan urges North Korea to heed concern over satellite launch CNA 02 Dec 2012 -- Taiwan urged North Korea Sunday to take seriously the international community's concerns over its plan to launch a rocket carrying a satellite payload later this month.
North Korea Announces December Missile Test RIA Novosti 01 Dec 2012 -- North Korea said on Saturday it will launch a 'working satellite' later this month, sparking protests from neighboring South Korea.
US Critisizes N.Korean Launch Plan RIA Novosti 01 Dec 2012 -- The United States condemned on Saturday North Korea's plan to launch its rocket calling it 'provocative'.
US Condemns North Korean Rocket Launch Plan VOA 01 Dec 2012 -- The United States has responded to North Korea's announcement that it plans to launch a long-range rocket, saying the act would be 'highly provocative' and would threaten peace and security in the region. It said any such launch using ballistic missile technology would be in direct violation of United Nations Security Council resolutions adopted earlier this year.
DPRK to Launch Working Satellite KCNA 01 Dec 2012 -- A spokesman for the Korean Committee for Space Technology issued the following statement.

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