The completion of a quality analytical institute equipped with all sorts of analytical equipment provided another material and technical foundation conducive to developing the economy and improving the people's standard of living in the province by raising the scientific level of quality analysis.

Present at an inaugural ceremony held on Dec. 25 were Kim Jong Nam, secretary of the South Phyongan Provincial Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea, officials concerned, employees of the institute and working people in Phyongsong City.

Jang Myong Il, vice-chairman of the South Phyongan Provincial People's Committee, made an inauguration speech.