The message said:

Excellency,

On behalf of the Filipino people and the Government of the Republic of the Philippines, I extend my sincerest congratulations to the people and Government of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea on the founding anniversary of your country.

I reaffirm the Philippines' commitment to our friendship and cooperation to advance our nation's shared aspirations for peace and development.

Excellency, please accept my wishes of progress and success for the people and Government of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea in the years to come.