The Group of Youth for the Study of Kim Jong Il Juche Idea in Vienna in a statement positively supported the DPRK's successful satellite launch.

The statement went on:

The satellite launch marked a historic occasion that strikingly demonstrated what level the DPRK's latest science and technology has reached.

To launch satellites is the legitimate right of all countries and no one can deny it.

The DPRK succeeded in launching the satellite, more clearly showing the world its status of satellite manufacturer and launcher.

The Youth Group for Study of Kimilsungism-Kimjongilism in Austria said that the satellite launch fully proved the DPRK's scientific and technological potential. We are convinced that the Korean people would surely build a thriving socialist nation under the wise leadership of the Workers' Party of Korea, the group added.