North Korean leader Kim Jong-un responded to a congratulatory message sent by Russian President Vladimir Putin on the 81st anniversary of North Korea’s Liberation Day. In his message delivered on Sunday, Kim wished for relations with Russia to advance toward a more prosperous future.
Kim said he was proud of the ties between the two countries and that North Korea and Russia were jointly continuing their history of struggle for justice and their valuable traditions of friendship.
Kim expresses confidence in Russia’s policy of defending its sovereignty
Kim also expressed his unshakable faith that Russia would successfully continue its policy of defending the country’s sovereignty, security interests and territorial integrity.
The North Korean leader said he hoped relations between the two countries would advance together toward a more prosperous future.
Putin points to the level reached by the strategic partnership
In his congratulatory message, Putin said relations between Russia and North Korea had reached an unprecedented level within the framework of a comprehensive strategic partnership.
North Korea and Russia signed a comprehensive strategic partnership agreement in 2024. While the agreement deepened relations between the two countries, it paved the way for Pyongyang to provide military support to Russia in the war in Ukraine.
On August 14, Kim attended a ceremony held to commemorate Soviet soldiers who fought against Japan during World War II.