Introduced in the event were handwashing advantages, the origin of the global handwashing day, correct method of handwashing with soap, etc.

Desiree Jongsma, representative of the UNICEF office, told KCNA:

I was very fortunate to participate both in the events of handwashing day in Pyongyang and Pongsan County and I have been very impressed with the celebration of the day here in DPRK.

UNICEF works on the basis of 5-year country program together with the DPRK and we are supporting the government's activities in relation to health, nutrition, water sanitation and also education very much.

We will have, next year, interim review because we are in the middle of 5- year plan and we will continue to further support.