Politics

Kim Jong Un, president of the State Affairs of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, received a congratulatory message from V. Putin, president of the Russian Federation, on March 23.

The message said:

Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un,

I extend my heartfelt congratulations to you on your reelection as President of the State Affairs of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.

The decision of the deputies to the Supreme People's Assembly clearly proves the unanimous public support for the line you are pursuing to effectively settle the socio-economic tasks facing the DPRK and defend the sovereignty and legitimate interests of the country in the international arena.

Russia highly appreciates your direct contribution to consolidating the friendly alliance between the two countries.

We will certainly continue to work closely together to further develop the comprehensive strategic partnership between Moscow and Pyongyang.

This undoubtedly conforms to the fundamental interests of the peoples of our two countries.

I wish you fresh success in your responsible state activities and good health and wellbeing as well.

Yours sincerely.