NK leader expects 'more excellent future' in ties with Russia in message to Putin
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has said he expects a "more excellent future" in his country's ties with Russia in a message to Russian President Vladimir Putin, the North's state media reported Sunday. Kim voiced the expectations in response to Putin's congratulatory message to mark the 81st anniversary of Korea's liberation from Japan's 1910-45 colonial rule, according to the Korean Central…
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has expressed optimism about the future of North Korea's relations with Russia, according to a message to Russian President Vladimir Putin, reported by the North's state media on Sunday. This message was in response to Putin's congratulatory note marking the 81st anniversary of Korea's liberation from Japan's colonial rule from 1910 to 1945, as per the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA).
Kim stated, "I am always proud to be able to expect more excellent future of the bilateral relations by leading, together with you, the DPRK-Russia ties that has carried forward the history of common struggle for justice and precious traditions of friendship," according to the KCNA. Kim also conveyed his "firm belief" that Russia would successfully accomplish the "sacred cause of defending the sovereignty, security interests, and territorial integrity of the country" in the message, which was carried by the KCNA.
This message comes as North Korea and Russia have strengthened their ties following the signing of a comprehensive agreement.
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