US EditionNorth Korea’s Kim vows to build a ‘socialist paradise’ ahead of a likely military parade
Kim Jong Un vowed to build a prosperous socialist state amid ongoing political and military pressures, highlighting the party's 80-year history and growing international prestige, state media said.
- North Korea is celebrating the 80th anniversary of the Workers' Party of Korea with significant foreign attendance, including China's Premier Li Qiang and Russia's Dmitry Medvedev, as reported by the Korean Central News Agency .
- During the celebration, North Korean leader Kim Jong-un pledged to create an affluent socialist paradise, stating, 'I will surely turn this country into a more affluent and beautiful land.'
- Kim reiterated the need for economic construction alongside nuclear buildup to counter threats from the U.S., asserting that the North is under 'ferocious political and military' pressure.
- The anniversary festivities included fireworks, mass games, and an art performance, with a military parade likely rescheduled due to rain.
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North Korea’s Kim vows to build a ‘socialist paradise’ ahead of a likely military parade
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un lauded what he called his country’s fight against a U.S.-led military threat and vowed to turn North Korea into “the best socialist paradise in the world,” as he addressed state anniversary celebrations in the presence of Chinese, Russian and other foreign dignitaries.
N. Korea's Kim vows to build "socialist paradise" at ruling party event
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un pledged on the eve of the 80th anniversary of the ruling Workers' Party of Korea that he will turn his country into "a more affluent and beautiful land" and "the best socialist paradise in the world," state-run media said Friday.
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