Micheal Higgins made the remark when he was presented with credentials from Hyon Hak Bong, DPRK ambassador to the country.

The president expressed deep condolences again over the unexpected demise of leader Kim Jong Il.

The friendly and cooperative relations between Ireland and the DPRK are developing on good terms in various fields after the establishment of diplomatic relations, the president said.

The president wished the dear respected Kim Jong Un great success in his work for developing the country's economy and improving the standard of people's living.