Pyongyang, September 1 (KCNA) -- DPRK Premier Choe Yong Rim sent a congratulatory message to Baburam Bhattarai upon his election as prime minister of Nepal on August 30.

The message expressed belief that the friendly and cooperative relations with the long history and tradition between the two countries would continue to develop, wishing him success in his work for the country's political stability, peace and economic prosperity.