The message said:

I'd love to extend the warmest congratulations and comradely greetings, on behalf of all the WPM members and on my own behalf, to you on the anniversary of your election as chairman of the WPK.

During the visit to the DPRK last April, I could for myself witness the incredible military strength and the might of single-minded unity achieved by the WPK under your wise leadership.

We take this opportunity to heartily wish you leading the WPK and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea bigger success in your noble work, expressing belief that the WPK will always win victories in the struggle to defend socialism and build an economic power thanks to your guidance.