N. Korea revs up festive mood ahead of party founding anniversary
North Korea has held a series of events marking the upcoming founding anniversary of the country's ruling party, state media reported Friday, revving up a festive mood ahead of this week's celebration. The General Federation of Trade Unions of Korea and the Socialist Women's Union of Korea held separate concerts Thursday in celebration of the 81st anniversary of the Workers' Party, which falls on…
North Korea has been ramping up festivities in anticipation of the 81st founding anniversary of its ruling party, according to state media reports. The General Federation of Trade Unions of Korea and the Socialist Women's Union of Korea organized separate concerts on Thursday to commemorate the occasion. The event is expected to take place this week, with the party celebration scheduled for Saturday.
China's Ambassador to Pyongyang, Wang Yajun, presented a bouquet of flowers to the ruling party on behalf of the Chinese Communist Party's Central Committee, as reported by the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA). Additionally, a flower basket was delivered by the Chinese Embassy in Pyongyang, along with others from foreign missions in the country, including Vietnam, Iran, and Cuba.
According to Radio Free Asia (RFA), preparations for a possible celebratory event for the anniversary are reportedly underway at Mirim Airport in Pyongyang.
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