July 27, 2026 marks the 73rd anniversary of victory the Korean people achieved in the Fatherland Liberation War (June 25, 1950-July 27, 1953) by repulsing the armed invasion by the imperialist allied forces headed by the United States.

The then two-year-old Democratic People’s Republic of Korea defeated the United States, which had been boastingof being the “strongest” in the world, and its satellite forces, in the three-year war. It was a miracle unprecedented in history.

The victory in the war was the fruition of the great leader Comrade Kim Il Sung’s Juche-oriented military ideas, brilliant strategies and tactics and unexcelled leadership, as well as the will to defeat the enemy, unparalleled bravery and mass heroism displayed by the Korean people, who were firmly rallied around him.

Regarding the great spiritual strength of the masses as a decisive factor in achieving victory in the war, Supreme Commander Kim Il Sung put forward the slogan Everything for Victory in the War! and aroused all the people and soldiers for the sacred struggle for defending their motherland.

He created unique strategies, tactics and art of war, including immediate and decisive counterattack against the enemy’s surprise armed invasion, formation of the second front by regular army units, powerful general counteroffensive, positive positional defence, night action, tunnel warfare, aircraft- and tank-hunting team movements and snipers’ team activity, paralyzing the enemy’s numerical and technical superiority.

He also met the soldiers of the Korean People’s Army and other people, instilling confidence, courage and wisdom in them. His affection and trust served as a source of strength for them in performing heroic feats and achieving victory in the war.

Thus he not only defended the prestige, honour and sovereignty of his country and its independent development environment but also firmly safeguarded the peace of humankind by checking and crushing the US strategy for world domination and preventing another world war. His exploits will shine generation after generation.

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Today marks the 32nd anniversary of the demise of President Kim Il Sung, the father of socialist Korea and founder of the Workers’ Party of Korea and the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea. More than three decades later, the Korean people still deeply miss him. They recall his warm love for the people and emphasize that, through his outstanding leadership, he laid a lasting foundation for the prosperity of all generations to come.

One of the key aspects of President Kim Il Sung‘s political philosophy and his lifelong motto was “to believe in the people as in Heaven”. As he once explained, the principles he chose to follow were: first, to respect and serve the people as his God; second, to devote everything to them; and third, to do everything by relying on their strength.

He believed in the people’s inexhaustible strength and led them to achieve miracles.

When President Kim Il Sung was born, his motherland was under Japanese colonial rule. The Korean people were deprived of their country and ceaselessly exposed to extreme humiliation and mistreatment. From an early age, he dedicated himself to the struggle for national liberation. After many years of determined and arduous armed resistance, he led the anti-Japanese struggle to victory over the occupying forces.

Just a few years after Korea’s liberation from Japanese colonial rule, the US ignited a war against the newly established DPRK, less than two years old at the time. The young country had to face a technologically and numerically superior enemy. Progressive people around the world were concerned about the fate of the DPRK. However, President Kim Il Sung achieved the impossible, once again leading the struggle to victory. Thanks to his military strategy and leadership, the army and people of the DPRK succeeded in driving back the invading forces.

Since the country’s liberation he devoted himself tirelessly to improving the well-being and happiness of the Korean people. He spent his time among ordinary citizens, traveling to every corner of the country to have frank discussions with them and work to improve their living conditions. Although officials around him tried to persuade him to take some rest, he continued working without pause, as he regarded caring for the people and seeing them happy as his rest.

He inspected more than 20 600 factories, farms, military units, and other places throughout his lifetime. In the course of these field guidance visits, he traveled more than 578 000 kilometers – equivalent to circling the Earth about 14 and a half times. Under his leadership, the Korean people completed the historic task of socialist industrialization in just 14 years, laying a solid foundation for an independent national economy.

Today the Korean people are achieving amazing miracles under the outstanding leadership of the respected Marshal Kim Jong Un. The Marshal works hard every day to turn the aspirations and ideals of the Korean people into reality, without taking a break and regarding it as his lifelong motto to believe in the people as in Heaven, as President Kim Il Sung did.

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On June 29, 2016, the respected Marshal Kim Jong Un was elected President of the State Affairs of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea. Ten years have now passed since that day. Anyone who has had the opportunity to speak with DPRK citizens will have noticed the profound respect they hold for their leader and the genuine emotion with which they speak about the work he carries out for the country every single day. The achievements made under his leadership fill them with happiness and pride, and they express their wholehearted support for him, describing him as the most outstanding leader.

Why is this the case? And what kind of decade has the past ten years been for socialist Korea? To answer these questions as objectively as possible, one must look at the changes and development the country has undergone during this period, as well as the circumstances in which they took place. Facts speak louder than millions of words.

The past decade has not been an easy or trouble-free period for the DPRK. It has had to confront numerous serious challenges. The sanctions regime imposed against it, already the harshest in the world, was tightened to a much more extreme degree. It was intended to be an almost complete blockade of the country’s international trade and cooperation. During this period, it was also confronted with successive natural disasters and the global public health crisis. Meanwhile, provocative military moves by forces hostile to the DPRK repeatedly created acute tension on the Korean Peninsula.

Did all of this weaken the country or halt its development? No. Thanks to the remarkably skillful and wise leadership of Marshal Kim Jong Un, the opposite occurred.

In the military sphere, for example, the DPRK expanded its national strength to an extraordinary extent. Despite being a small country with a small population and under harsh sanctions, it achieved a strategic position which had previously been reserved for the great powers, neutralizing the threat of war on its territory, ensuring strategic balance in the region, and making a great contribution to world peace.

The past decade has also been a period of innovation and dynamic development of Korean-style socialism, marked by a remarkable transformation taking place in cities and villages of the DPRK, unprecedented in its history. The capital and many other parts of the country have been transformed beyond recognition. An ambitious program for radical change in the environment of rural life has gathered momentum, while a vigorous policy for regional development has been pursued. Across the country, beautiful futuristic streets and residential districts, modern factories, farms and hospitals, impressive tourist facilities, and many other new projects have risen in rapid succession.

While leading this amazing progress over the past ten years, Marshal Kim Jong Un has never ceased working tirelessly. As he gave on-site guidance and personally led efforts to improve the people’s living conditions, he never cared whether he was standing in heavy rain or freezing in a snowstorm, nor whether it was day or night. He has devoted himself completely, under all circumstances, to implementing his policy of prioritizing the people and respecting and loving them.

In light of the facts, it is not difficult to understand the strong support he enjoys among the Korean people.

We warmly invite you to view the photos below, which show Marshal Kim Jong Un during his work, along with some examples of new facilities that have been built for the people under his leadership over the past ten years.

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The Korean War broke out between the DPRK and the US-led forces on June 25, 1950.

On the very day when the fiercest war ever since WWII started, US President Truman, Secretary of State Acheson and adviser to the Department of State Dulles were all greatly “surprised” to hear about the outbreak of the war, while spending the weekend, on a trip or enjoying a dinner. MacArthur, commander of the US Armed Forces in the Far East, was “sleeping in his bedroom not knowing what was happening.”

The US has spread such a worn-out cliché over the past decades.

But there is evidence to the contrary.

The US spent US$ 2.627 billion arming the troops of the ROK between 1948 and 1950 and dispatched military advisers to the ROK army up to battalion level.

Declassified documents state that Dulles on his visit to the ROK on June 17, 1950, in his capacity as adviser to the US Department of State inspected the border area and gave the order to launch an offensive while spreading false propaganda that the DPRK is the first to invade.

The then commander of the 8th infantry division of the ROK army recalled: “I was on alert as the commander of a frontline division. Outing was banned. I went on to get into the fight in the early hours of June 25.”

The navy chief of staff of the ROK army confessed that “the war was actually started by a provocation from the ROK.” A former staff officer of the headquarters of the US Armed Forces in the Far East said that “the Korean war was unleashed by the ROK army under the direct order of the General Headquarters of the US Army Forces based in Japan.”

The US mobilized huge armed forces against the DPRK, a fledgling state which was liberated from Japanese colonial rule less than five years ago, formed its regular army only two years ago and established its sovereignty a year and nine months ago. Besides, 15 allies of the US took sides.

Facts tell that the US had scrupulously planned and implemented the war scenario on the Korean peninsula in a bid to seek hegemony after WWII. The truth of history refocuses spotlight on the root cause of the ceaseless wars and disputes around the world.

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Just three months after the Ninth Congress of the Workers’ Party of Korea (WPK), the DPRK is reporting impressive early achievements in implementing its new Five-Year Plan. According to the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA), the country’s industrial sector recorded a 5 percent increase in overall output during the first 100 days following the Party Congress, reflecting what the agency describes as a vigorous mass technical innovation movement.

The new development strategy, outlined by the Marshal Kim Jong Un at the Ninth WPK Congress, places emphasis on boosting overall socialist development through self-reliance and scientific and technological advancement. It is also rooted in confidence in the Korean working people, who have demonstrated their strength through many decades of remarkable achievements. KCNA reports that this approach has generated strong momentum from the outset, with numerous factories, mines, power stations, transport enterprises, and other units across the economy exceeding their planned targets.

Very strong performances have come from the construction materials industry. The Sangwon Cement Complex achieved an average of 107 percent of its daily production target in March and successfully met its ambitious goals throughout April and May. The Sunchon Cement Complex produced tens of thousands of additional tons of cement during the first 100 days of the plan, while cement producers nationwide collectively exceeded their planned output, providing increased supplies for construction projects across the country.

Coal production has also expanded. Workers at the Chonsong Youth Coal Mine increased production by six percent compared to the same period last year. At the February 8 Jikdong Youth Coal Mine, various workplace innovation campaigns enabled miners to produce well over a thousand additional tons of coal beyond the monthly target in May alone.

Mining enterprises supplying the country’s steel industry likewise reported positive results. The Musan Mining Complex over-fulfilled its production plans of concentrated iron ore for three consecutive months, while the Unnyul Mine’s technicians strengthened its capacity to increase iron ore and concentrated ore production.

The chemical industry has focused strongly on technological innovation. At the Namhung Youth Chemical Complex, engineers and workers introduced original technical inventions that enabled the plant to surpass its fertilizer production goals. The Hungnam Fertilizer Complex also exceeded its planned output by well over a thousand tons through improvements in operating methods and technical measures that increased gas production efficiency.

The power sector has also benefited from engineering improvements. The Pukchang Thermal Power Complex introduced new boiler technologies using far-infrared heating elements, increasing combustion efficiency while reducing coal consumption. Suphung, Jangjingang and Sodusu power stations also reported higher electricity generation through improved water management and more efficient operation of generating equipment.

The country’s machinery industry has concentrated on modernizing equipment through large-scale technical innovation campaigns. The Pyongyang Electric Cable General Factory 326 has made innovations in the production of various types of high-quality electric cables through technical upgrades to its plastic mixers, rolling mills, large-size elongation machines and other equipment. Meanwhile, the Anju Insulating Material Factory has boosted the production of paints and insulating materials by ensuring the efficient operation of its existing production lines, strengthening its technical capabilities and modernizing its insulating varnish production process.

The mining and light industries also conducted a mass technological innovation movement, giving importance to science and technology and introducing incentives to encourage working people to develop their technical knowledge and professional skills.

Railway workers, timber producers and fishery workers have all met their monthly targets for rail freight, timber production and seafood production.

The report emphasizes that the determined efforts of the DPRK’s heroic working class during the opening phase of the new Five-Year Plan have produced industrial growth well above planned levels, establishing a solid foundation for steady and sustained growth of the country’s economy.

While in today’s world many countries continue to face economic uncertainty, the early results of the DPRK’s Five-Year Plan seem to present clear evidence of the effectiveness of its development strategy centered on domestic industrial capacity, technological innovation, and the coordinated mobilization of national resources.

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The First Plenary Meeting of the Standing Committee of the 15th Supreme People’s Assembly of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea was held at the Pyongyang Assembly Hall on June 11.

Jo Yong Won, member of the Presidium of the Political Bureau of the C.C., Workers’ Party of Korea, first vice-president of the State Affairs Commission of the DPRK and chairman of the SPA Standing Committee, presided over the plenary meeting.

Present there were Vice-Chairman Kim Hyong Sik, Secretary General Ko Kil Son and other members of the SPA Standing Committee.

Present as observers were officials concerned of the SPA Standing Committee, the Secretariat of the Cabinet, and ministries and national agencies.

The plenary meeting discussed as agenda items the issue of deliberating and adopting the Law of the DPRK on Academic Degrees and Titles and the issue of electing judges and people’s assessors of the Supreme Court.

There was a report on the main contents of the draft law examined at the Legislation Committee of the SPA.

On the basis of study and discussion of the draft law, the plenary meeting adopted with full approval the decree of the SPA Standing Committee “On Adopting the Law of the DPRK on Academic Degrees and Titles”.

The plenary meeting elected judges and people’s assessors of the Supreme Court of the DPRK.

Source: KCNA (2026-06-12)

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Present there were Ju Chang Il, Secretary of the Central Committee of the Workers’ Party of Korea, other Party Central Committee officials, youth league officials, and participants in the celebrations of the Korean Children’s Union’s 80th founding anniversary.

Ju Chang Il made an address.

He warmly congratulated the Korean Children’s Union members on celebrating the 80th anniversary of the organization and noted that the occasion had been marked under the loving care of Marshal Kim Jong Un.

He added that the gifts reflected the warm and profound affection of Marshal Kim Jong Un, who wishes the KCU members to grow up uprightly and stoutly.

He called on all the Children’s Union members to study diligently, take an active part in their organizational life so that they could grow into knowledgeable, morally sound and physically strong young patriots and future pillars of a thriving Korea.

Source: KCNA (2026-06-07)

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On June 6, Pak Thae Song and Jo Yong Won, members of the Presidium of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Workers’ Party of Korea, and Ri Hi Yong, Jong Kyong Thaek, Sin Yong Il, Jo Chun Ryong, An Kum Chol, Kim Jong Gwan, Kim Tok Hun, Jon Hyon Chol and other senior Party and government officials visited all provinces of the country to celebrate the KCU founding anniversary with the schoolchildren.

They met and congratulated the KCU members who have distinguished themselves in study, organizational life and do-good-thing movement.

Senior Party and government officials joined schoolchildren in celebrating the KCU birthday.

At provincial meetings of Korean Children’s Union organizations, officials encouraged KCU members to uphold the organization’s values in their daily lives and to grow into young patriots, always remembering the pledge they made when joining the Union.

Art performances by schoolchildren and other cultural events were held, adding to the pleasure of the holiday.

Senior Party and government officials also enjoyed sports and recreational activities together with the schoolchildren.

Source: KCNA (2026-06-07)

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A dancing party for schoolchildren was held in the front yard of the Mangyongdae Schoolchildren’s Palace on June 5 to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the founding of the Korean Children’s Union.

The venue was filled with the excitement and joy of schoolchildren celebrating the anniversary of the KCU.

Among the spectators were Ju Chang Il, secretary of the Central Committee of the Workers’ Party of Korea, Paek Un Chol, chairman of the Central Committee of the Socialist Patriotic Youth League, youth league officials, participants in the celebrations of the 80th founding anniversary of the KCU, and members of the delegation of Korean schoolchildren in Japan.

The dance celebration began with the song “We Are the Happiest in the World”.

Schoolchildren then danced to various songs including “Let’s Sing of the Loving Care of the Marshal”, “I Am a Member of the Korean Children’s Union” and “Our Classmates”.

The dancing party concluded with the song “Let Us Be Always Ready for Socialist Country”.

Source: KCNA (2026-06-06)

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