Thein Sein noted with high appreciation that the Korean people have made big strides in strengthening of the military capability and economic construction under the wise leadership of Kim Jong Il.

The prime minister wished the Korean people greater successes in their drive to open the gate to a thriving nation in 2012 marking the centenary of birth of President Kim Il Sung.

The government of Myanmar will continue to strive for strengthening and development of the friendly and cooperative relations between the two countries, he said.