Ko Hui Suk, a worker at Pyongyang Indoor Stadium, told KCNA:

"The news made me very happy. The world would be well aware how strong the DPRK's strength is.

Our scientists did a great job for the country."

Jo Hak Jin, living in Pothonggang District, said:

"I would like to express deep thanks to the great Generalissimos who turned the DPRK into a full-fledged satellite state.

The successful launch displayed our country's inexhaustible strength and might of its science and technology."