Pyongyang, August 15 (KCNA) -- Vladimir Topeha, charge d'affaires ad interim of the Russian embassy here hosted a reception at the Taedonggang Diplomatic Club on August 14 on the occasion of the 79th anniversary of Korea’s liberation.

Present there on invitation were Kim Jong Gyu, vice-minister of Foreign Affairs, Ri Chang Sik, vice-minister of Education, Pak Hak Gyong, vice-minister of Public Health, and officials concerned.

Members of the Russian embassy were present there.

Speeches were made there. -0-