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Anniversary of Kothongryon in Kyrgyzstan Observed
Pyongyang, January 1 (KCNA) -- An event was held in Bishkek on December 22 to mark the 20th anniversary of the formation of the United Confederation of Koreans (Kothongryon) in Kyrgyzstan.

Pak Kyong Ho, chairman of the confederation, made a report there.

He referred to the fact that President Kim Il Sung and leader Kim Jong Il have taken care of overseas compatriots, leading them to inherit the spirit and cultural tradition of the Korean nation.

He called upon all compatriots in Kyrgyzstan to more vigorously conduct the patriotic movement for reunification under the banner of "By our nation itself", cherishing the pride and self-confidence that they are members of the Korean nation.

Then followed a performance given by compatriot artistes.

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