Pyongyang, March 28 (KCNA) -- The following are major news items and articles in leading newspapers of the DPRK on Saturday:

- The respected Comrade Kim Jong Un sent a reply message to the general secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China who is president of the People's Republic of China.

- He received a congratulatory message from the Palestinian president.

- Successes are being made in different units and parts of the country.

- The fourth national volleyball tournament of agricultural workers was held.

- Grand chorus performances were given by graduating class students of senior middle schools in different districts of Pyongyang.

Rodong Sinmun

- An article deals with the undying leadership exploits of the respected General Secretary Kim Jong Un for the Onpho Working People's Holiday Camp.

- Preparations for the 34th April Spring Friendship Art Festival are brisk in different countries.

- An article deals with the sincerity and effort of Russian artistes in preparation of the 34th April Spring Friendship Art Festival.

- Congratulatory statements were issued by foreign political parties and organizations.

Minju Joson

- An article discloses the ulterior purpose of Japan in pursuing transformation into a full-fledged war-capable state after discarding the veil of "exclusive defence". -0-