Yang Hyong Sop Meets New Secretary of People's Bureau of Libya

     Pyongyang, May 26 (KCNA) -- Yang Hyong Sop, vice-president of the Presidium of the DPRK Supreme People's Assembly, met and conversed with Bashir Ramadan Khalifa Abu Janah, secretary of the People's Bureau of Libya to the DPRK, who paid a courtesy call on him, at the Mansudae Assembly Hall on May 25.

Friendly Gathering with Members of Bulgarian Embassy Held

     Pyongyang, May 26 (KCNA) -- The DPRK-Bulgaria Friendship Association hosted a friendly meeting with staff members of the Bulgarian embassy here at Moranbong Middle School No. 1 on May 25 on the occasion of the Day of Bulgarian Culture and Slav Letters. Present there on invitation were Georgi Yanchev, charge d'affaires a.i. of the Bulgarian embassy, and its staff members.
    The participants looked round various educational facilities of the school, enjoyed an art performance given by schoolchildren and conversed with one another about the need to develop the cooperation in the field of culture between the two countries, deepening their friendly feelings.

Local HQ of Preparatory Committee for Joint Functions Formed in S. Korea

     Pyongyang, May 26 (KCNA) -- The South Kyongsang Provincial Headquarters of the south side's preparatory committee for joint functions of Koreans in the north and the south and overseas to implement the June 15 joint declaration was reportedly inaugurated with due ceremony in Masan, South Kyongsang Province, on May 20. The ceremony elected permanent representative, executive chairman and 14 advisers and 23 members of its advisory committee.
    Read out at the ceremony were congratulatory letters sent by the preparatory committees of the north, the south and overseas sides for joint functions of Koreans in the north and the south and overseas to implement the joint declaration.
    The 60-year-long national division has brought unspeakable pain and misfortune to the Korean nation but our people have waged an indomitable struggle to achieve national reunification without fail, thus ushering in the June 15 era, the inaugural declaration noted, and continued:
    The South Kyongsang Provincial Headquarters will join efforts and wisdom with all other compatriots in the efforts to achieve national reunification free from any interference of outside forces in the spirit of the joint declaration.
    We will make all efforts to frustrate all military actions to threaten peace on the Korean Peninsula and achieve genuine peace on this land. We will join people of all social standings in South Kyongsang Province in the vigorous movement to make this year, which marks the 5th anniversary of the June 15 joint declaration and the 60th anniversary of the national liberation, a year of bringing about a turning phase for the independent reunification and hand down a reunified country to posterity.

Demonstration for U.S. Drop of Its Hostile Policy toward North Staged in S. Korea

     Pyongyang, May 26 (KCNA) -- The Reunification Solidarity and the People's Solidarity of south Korea reportedly staged one-by-one demonstration in front of the U.S. Embassy in Seoul from May 23 in demand of the U.S. cancellation of its war scenario against the Korean Peninsula and its hostile policy toward the north. That day Han Sang Ryol, permanent representative chairman of the Reunification Solidarity, was the first to stage the demonstration, holding slogans "U.S., drop its hostile policy toward the north and come out for north-U.S. dialogue" and "U.S., give up its plan for preemptive attack upon the north". He demanded the U.S. renounce its hostile policy toward the north, sincerely recognize the DPRK as a sovereign state and come out for direct dialogue with it. Braving the police obstruction during the demonstration, its participants did not move to other place but continued it in front of the U.S. embassy.
    The organizations declared that they would expand the new successes made in the anti-U.S. struggle including commemorations of the 25th anniversary of the May 18 Kwangju Popular Uprising, which opened a chapter in the mass struggle, through the one-by-one demonstration till June 11 when an anti-U.S., anti-war candlelight march is expected to take place.

Reception Given on "Day of Africa"

     Pyongyang, May 26 (KCNA) -- Diplomatic envoys of Egypt, Libya and Nigeria hosted a reception at the Taedonggang Club for the Diplomatic Corps on May 25 on the occasion of the "Day of Africa". Present there on invitation were Choe Su Hon, vice-minister of Foreign Affairs, and other officials concerned and diplomatic envoys and staff members of foreign embassies here.
    Staff members of African embassies here were on hand.
    Speakers said that the formation of the Organization of African Unity (OAU) on May 25, 1963 marked an event of epoch-making significance in the struggle to finally abolish colonialism, racism and apartheid in Africa and achieve the total liberation and unity of Africa.
    They expressed belief that the OAU would successfully fulfill its mission to build independent, peaceful and prosperous Africa in the future.

Reception Given on Chongryon Anniversary

     Pyongyang, May 26 (KCNA) -- A reception was given at the People's Palace of Culture Wednesday evening to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the General Association of Korean Residents in Japan (Chongryon). Present there on invitation were members of delegations and visiting groups of Chongryon including a group for expressing thanks led by Nam Sung U, vice-chairman of the Central Standing Committee of Chongryon, and a delegation of Chongryon officials led by O Hyong Jin, director of the History Institute of Koreans in Japan.
    Also present were Yang Hyong Sop, vice-president of the Presidium of the DPRK Supreme People's Assembly, Kim Jung Rin, secretary of the Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea, Kim Yong Dae, chairman of the Central Committee of the Korean Social Democratic Party, Kim Wan Su, director of the Secretariat of the Central Committee of the Democratic Front for the Reunification of the Fatherland, leading officials of working people's organizations, officials concerned and those related to Chongryon.
    Yang Hyong Sop said in his speech that Chongryon has performed great exploits for the homeland and the nation under the wise leadership of President Kim Il Sung and leader Kim Jong Il, recording a proud history shining with patriotism and loyalty during the last 50 years since its inauguration.
    The homeland and people will always remember the officials of Chongryon and the Koreans in Japan who have made a great contribution to the nation-wide cause of the prosperity of the homeland and national reunification, sharing destiny with the socialist homeland over the last 50 years under uplifted banner of Juche, he said, and continued:
    Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il clearly indicated the way to be followed by the movement of Koreans in Japan and showed all love and care for the Chongryon officials and the Koreans in Japan.
    The Chongryon officials and the Koreans in Japan should as ever steadily develop Chongryon into an overseas compatriots' organization of Juche type remaining always boundlessly loyal to Kim Jong Il.
    Nam Sung U in his speech said Chongryon proud of being a model for the movement of compatriots overseas in the world and the worthy patriotic life of the Koreans in Japan could shine as Kim Il Sung formed Chongryon, a genuine overseas compatriots organization of Juche type, and led the movement of Koreans in Japan to victory. He continued:
    The immortal exploits performed by Kim Il Sung in the history of the Juche-oriented overseas compatriots movement are made to throw brighter rays in the new century by Kim Jong Il, the brilliant Songun commander of Mt. Paektu.
    Kim Jong Il met officials of Chongryon visiting the homeland and showed deep trust and loving care for them, though he found his days so full in leading the Songun revolution. He also sent a large amount of fund for the strengthening of Chongryon. We will always remember this great favor down through centuries.
    The Chongryon officials and the Koreans in Japan will bring a decisive turn in the work of Chongryon and the movement of Koreans in Japan and make a more tangible contribution to national reunification and the prosperity of the homeland by powerfully rousing the patriotic zeal of the compatriot masses in step with the people of the homeland in their general march for the Songun revolution to glorify the 60th anniversaries of the Workers' Party of Korea and the liberation of the country as great festivals of victors.
    An art performance was given by artistes at the reception.

Anniversary of Kim Il Sung's Algeria Visit Observed

     Pyongyang, May 26 (KCNA) -- The brilliant exploits performed by President Kim Il Sung in external activities for the increase of the anti-imperialist independent forces of the world and the human cause of independence will be immortal, says Rodong Sinmun Thursday in a signed article dedicated to the 30th anniversary of his visit to Algeria. Through the historic visit, the President made an immortal contribution to expanding and developing the external relations and activities of the DPRK, strengthening the non-aligned movement and achieving friendship and unity among the developing countries, the article says, and continues:
    While staying in Algeria, the President in his talks and speeches clarified the revolutionary stand and the external policy line of the DPRK and, on the basis of a scientific analysis of the features of the then international situation and trend of the development of the international relations, lucidly expounded the significance of strengthening friendship and unity and solidarity by Algeria and other developing countries and questions arising in its realization. He also elucidated all the matters of principle and ways for settling complicated international issues, strengthening the anti-imperialist independent forces including the non-aligned movement and accelerating the global cause of independence.
    His Algeria visit went a long way toward strengthening friendship and unity among the developing countries and the anti-imperialist independent forces of the world including the non-aligned movement and promoting the human cause of independence.
    With his Algeria visit as an occasion, friendship and unity and solidarity between the Korean people and the African peoples including the Algerian people and peoples of other developing countries grew in scope and the struggle of the progressive people of the world against the imperialists' policy of domination and moves of aggression and nterference and for the independent development of the countries and nations and the human cause of independence gathered force. Decades have passed since the President made the long journey to Algeria and a lot of changes have been noticed in the international arena. But the exploits he performed in his external activities will shine endlessly with the progress of history and they serve still today as a mighty driving power for friendship and unity of the anti-imperialist independent forces of the world and the cause of global independence.
    It is the unshakable will of the Workers' Party and people of Korea to add shine to his immortal exploits in external activities generation after generation.
    The Korean people will as always strive to develop the friendly and cooperative relations with the African peoples including the Algerian people.

Kim Yong Nam Receives Credentials from Equatorial Guinean Ambassador

     Pyongyang, May 26 (KCNA) -- Kim Yong Nam, president of the Presidium of the DPRK Supreme People's Assembly, received credentials from Equatorial Guinean Ambassador e. p. to the DPRK Narciso Ntugu Abeso Oyana at the Mansudae Assembly Hall today. On hand was Vice-Minister of Foreign Affairs Choe Su Hon.
    After receiving credentials from the ambassador, the president had a talk with him.

SPA Vice-President Meets Chinese Delegation

     Pyongyang, May 26 (KCNA) -- Yang Hyong Sop, vice-president of the Presidium of the Supreme People's Assembly of the DPRK, met and had a talk with the delegation of the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries headed by Wang Yunze, vice-president of the association, in a friendly atmosphere at the Mansudae Assembly Hall today. Present there were Jon Hyon Chan, vice-chairman of the Korean Committee for Cultural Relations with Foreign Countries, and Chinese Ambassador to the DPRK Wu Donghe.

Polyazin for Protection of DNA Developed

     Pyongyang, May 26 (KCNA) -- Teachers and researchers of the Hereditary Medicine Department of Pyongyang University of Medicine of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea have developed a new medicine "Polyazin" for protection of DNA. It is made with materials extracted from rare medicinal herbs growing in the northern mountainous areas of Korea, mixed with activator.
    Prof. and Dr. Kim Yong Jin, who led the research team, told KCNA that the medicine not only prevents the bioactive material from being changed by heavy metals, harmful chemical matters and radioactive rays but also protects DNA by activating the medium around it. It is highly appreciated by special institutions as an ideal medicine for those working in the atomic energy sector and electromagnetic field and for the computer users.
    The clinical tests show that it, with high alcoholysis, gives no side-effects.
    It improves metabolism in liver, biliary tract, blood, immunity and psychoneurosis systems. It is also potent for the patients suffering from hypogonadism, chronic hepatitis, chronic pancreatitis and hypoacidity.
    It also regulates physiological activity in human body and thus delights women who want to give birth to healthy and intelligent babies.

Gift to Kim Jong Il from Equatorial Guinean President

     Pyongyang, May 26 (KCNA) -- Leader Kim Jong Il was presented with a gift by Equatorial Guinean President Obiang Nguema Mbasogo. The gift was conveyed to Kim Yong Nam, president of the Presidium of the DPRK Supreme People's Assembly, by new Equatorial Guinean Ambassador e. p. to the DPRK Narciso Ntugu Abeso Oyana today.

Kim Jong Il Gives Field Guidance to Construction Site of Wonsan Youth Power Station

     Pyongyang, May 26 (KCNA) -- Kim Jong Il, general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea and chairman of the National Defence Commission of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, gave field guidance to the construction site of the Wonsan Youth Power Station. He was greeted on the spot by senior officials of the province and the construction enterprise.
    The province set the ambitious goal of constructing the power station with a huge capacity on its own efforts and has since pushed forward the project at a rapid tempo by focusing efforts on it.
    The construction of a huge dam in Komithan River rich in water resources and the appearance of a large man-made reservoir would make it possible to build several terraced power stations producing a lot of electricity.
    He was briefed on the construction before the panoramic map of the station.
    Then he went round the construction site to acquaint himself in detail with the progress of the project.
    He was greatly satisfied to see the nation's one more edifice of eternal value rising, noting its site was chosen in a good place and its designing was done well in line with the principle of profitability.
    He highly appreciated the merits of the members of the youth shock brigade and other builders, greatly pleased to learn that they have done a great deal of work in a short span of time by waging a high-pitched drive with ardent patriotism. He extended warm appreciation to all the builders who have devoted themselves to the prosperity of the country with loyalty.
    Many new edifices are now appearing in different parts of the country to be handed down to posterity along with the era of Songun thanks to the devoted efforts of our servicepersons and people single-mindedly united around the Party, he noted, adding this stirring reality clearly proves the inexhaustible strength and strong mental power of our army and people fully determined to accomplish the cause of building a great prosperous powerful nation with flying colors.
    Saying that the Wonsan Youth Power Station is of great importance in realizing the electrification in Wonsan City, he set forth important tasks which would serve as guidelines in completing its construction.
    Underscoring the need to build the power station to win the admiration of posterity because it is an edifice of eternal value to be handed down to the generations to come, he called for paying special attention to ensuring the best quality of the construction.
    It is very important for Kangwon Province to make an effective use of its rich hydro-power resources as it abounds in large and small rivers and streams and has a big rainfall, he said, underlining the need to thoroughly implement the WPK's policy of massively constructing minor power stations along with large ones.
    He expressed expectation and conviction that its builders would bring about a new turn in the construction by displaying popular heroism and matchless devotion and thus exalt their honor of being proud victors.

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No puede haber ningun tipo de regateo o compromiso sobre isla Tok

     Pyongyang, 26 de mayo (ATCC) -- Por conducto de su embajada en China, el gobierno de Japon envio a la sede diplomatica de la Republica Popular Democratica de Corea en el mismo pais un fax con contenido absurdisimo de que la isla Tok es un "territorio legitimo" de Japon y la emision de sellos sobre esta isla por la parte coreana es "inaceptable" y "choca con la carta y el espiritu de la Union Postal Universal". Al devolverlo, la embajada coreana expuso el dia 20 la siguiente posicion tajante de la RPDC:
    La pertenencia de la isla Tok al territorio coreano es un hecho historico que nadie puede negar. Lo comprueban datos historicos del Norte y el Sur de Corea, de otros paises del mundo e incluso del mismo Japon. Es inviolable la soberania de la nacion coreana sobre la isla Tok y no puede haber ningun tipo de regateo o compromiso en cuanto a esta.
    Es comprensible que los japoneses no sepan bien de la historia de otros paises. Pero, es incomprensible que ignoren los registros historicos de su propio pais que dan razon a la pertenencia de la Tok al territorio coreano. Esto puede interpretarse como la falta de conocimientos sobre la historia o la tergiversacion intencional de la historia.
    Por esta razon, vemos que ese fax es algo ridiculo que no vale la pena discutir ni aceptar y lo devolvemos.
    Reafirmamos que cualquier tipo de discusiones sobre la isla Tok en Japon solo multiplicara mil veces el sentimiento antijapones de toda la nacion coreana y por mucho que insista estupidamente el pais-isla en su derecho sobre la Tok, nunca saldra con la suya. A esto viene como anillo al dedo el refran coreano que reza: "Nunca quebrar una roca con huevos".
    En estos dias, Japon maniobra atrevida e imprudentemente para saciar su apetencia de expandir su territorio en Asia llevando a cuestas a EE.UU. Pero nunca seran borrados los crimenes cometidos por este pais en el siglo 20 aunque transcurra mucho tiempo.
    Las acciones provocativas de Japon hacen mas evidentes y firmes el sentimiento y la posicion posterior del pueblo coreano sobre este pais isleno.

Hazanas de Presidente en historia de amistad de fuerzas antiimperialistas

     Pyongyang, 26 de mayo (ATCC) -- Seran inmortales las hazanas de actividades exteriores del Presidente Kim Il Sung acumuladas en el fortalecimiento de las fuerzas antiimperialistas e independientes del mundo y en la realizacion de la causa de la independencia de la humanidad. Senala asi el rotativo Rodong Sinmun en un articulo individual del dia 26 dedicado al 30 aniversario de la visita del Presidente a Argelia.
    El articulo senala como sigue:
    A traves de esta visita historica, el Presidente hizo un aporte inmortal a ampliar y desarrollar las relaciones y actividades exteriores de nuestro pais, fortalecer el Movimiento de los No Alineados y lograr la amistad y solidaridad entre los paises en vias de desarrollo.
    En sus charlas y discursos hechos durante su visita a ese pais africano el Presidente aclaro la posicion revolucionaria y la orientacion de politica exterior de la Republica Popular Democratica de Corea y, a base de un analisis cientifico sobre la caracteristica de la situacion internacional de aquel entonces y la tendencia del desarrollo de las relaciones internacionales, senalo la importancia y el significado del fortalecimiento de la amistad y solidaridad entre los paises en vias de desarrollo incluyendo Argelia y los problemas que se presentaban para ese fin.
    Ademas dilucido los problemas de principios y los medios para solucionar una serie de asuntos internacionales complicados, fortalecer las fuerzas antiimperialistas e independientes incluido al MNA y dar impulso a la verificacion de la causa de la independencia en el mundo.
    Con motivo de la visita del Presidente a Argelia, se fortalecieron la amistad y la solidaridad entre el pueblo coreano y los pueblos de los paises africanos incluso el argelino y los de otros paises en vias de desarrollo y se vigorizo aun mas la lucha de los pueblos progresistas del mundo contra la politica dominacionista, la agresion y la intervencion de los imperialistas y por el logro del desarrollo independiente del pais y la nacion y la causa de independencia de la humanidad.
    Aunque trascurrieron decenas de anos desde aquella visita historica a Argelia y se operaron muchos cambios en el palestra internacional, las hazanas de actividades exteriores del Presidente tienen vigencia inalterable tambien hoy y sirven de una fuerza impulsora a la amistad y solidaridad de las fuerzas antiimperialistas e independientes del mundo y a la causa de independencia del mundo.
    El partido y pueblo de Corea tienen la invariable voluntad de llevarlas adelante de generacion en generacion. El pueblo coreano, en lo adelante tambien al igual que en el pasado, hara ingentes esfuerzos por desarrollar las relaciones de amistad y cooperacion con el pueblo argelino y los demas pueblos africanos.