The birth of leader Kim Jong Il was a historic event of great significance in carrying forward the revolutionary cause of Juche, the statement said, and went on:

Under his leadership, the Korean people have advanced along the road of victory chosen by them without any deviation.

Socialist Korea led by the peerlessly brilliant commander remained unfazed in the face of severe political upheaval such as the collapse of socialism in East European countries one after another and despite the escalating moves of the hostile forces to isolate and stifle it.

Leader Kim Jong Il made a great history of defending the country by dint of treasured sword of Songun.