The message said that the DPRK-Italy relations have developed in line with the wishes and interests of the peoples of the two countries for a decade since their establishment.

Expressing belief that the friendly and cooperative relations between the two countries would continue to develop on good terms on the principles of respect for each other's sovereignty, noninterference in other's internal affairs, equality and reciprocity, the message wished the Italian foreign minister good health and happiness as well as successes in his responsible work.