Among the audience were Sung Jong Gyu, minister of Culture of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), Pak Myong Ho, vice-minister of Foreign Affairs, Pak Kyong Il, vice-chairman of the Korean Committee for Cultural Relations with Foreign Countries who doubles as chairman of the DPRK-China Friendship Association, officials of the DPRK-China Friendship Association, officials concerned, creators and artistes in the field of culture and arts.

Wang Yajun, Chinese ambassador to the DPRK, major members of the cultural delegation of Liaoning Province, China led by Liu Huiyan, member of the Standing Committee of the Liaoning Provincial Committee of the Communist Party of China and head of the Publicity Department, Chinese embassy members and Chinese residents here watched the performance.

Present there on invitation were members of the diplomatic corps here.

Speeches were made before the performance.

Speakers said that the DPRK-China friendship is further developing thanks to the deep comradely trust and friendly relations between the top leaders of the two countries, expressing the will to expand cultural exchange and cooperation in a many-sided way this significant year, the "year of the DPRK-China friendship".

Then a performance was given by artistes of the Chinese delegation.

Put on the stage were colorful numbers depicting the ardent patriotism, national sentiments and customs of the Chinese people.

The Korean folk songs "Balloonflower" and "Arirang" were sung, revving up the performance.

The performance that beautifully decorated the flower garden of the DPRK-China friendship deepened the friendly feelings of the peoples of the two countries.

Floral baskets were conveyed to the performers in congratulation of their successful performance.