The Costa Rican Institute for the Study of the Juche Idea carried an article with photo of Kim Jong Il.

It said that he is bringing into a reality the centuries-old desire of the Korean people for a rich and highly civilized life with no more to desire in the world.

The Finland-Korea Society carried an article titled "Birthday of Comrade Kim Jong Il, general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea".

It said that he is a great revolutionary and patriot of Korea who is devoting all his life to the people's happiness and prosperity.

The Bulgaria-Korea Friendship Association carried articles under various titles including "Birthday of a Great Leader" and "2010, Year of Great Turn".

The Nicaraguan Group for the Study of the Juche Idea and the Circle of Studies for the Juche Idea in Panama in articles praised the noble personality of Kim Jong Il who continues his dedicated journey for the people on his birthday, too, even though he should receive best wishes from the people.