Pyongyang, September 12 (KCNA) --
In the message Zhuganov extended congratulations to
After the all-people elections, the DPRK, a socialist state liberated from the oppression of Japanese militarism, emerged on the world map on September 9, 1948 with Pyongyang as its capital city, the message said, adding:
The DPRK has turned into a prospering country thanks to Comrade
You are creditably carrying forward the cause of the preceding leaders.
These successes could be achieved, thanks to your strong political will and indomitable spirit and the efforts and devotion of the Korean people who have made significant contributions to the prosperity and future of their country.
Our two countries are interested in strengthening the strategic cooperation in all possible fields despite a number of global difficulties and challenges and should make every effort necessary to develop planned cooperation.
I am sure that our two countries can cope with international threats only when they make concerted efforts.
The message wished