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Koreans in Russia Celebrate Kim Il Sung's Birth Anniversary
Pyongyang, April 17 (KCNA) -- The United Confederation of Koreans in Maritime Territory of the Russian Federation held an event at the DPRK consulate general in Nakhodka on April 10 on the occasion of the birth anniversary of President Kim Il Sung.

On display at its venue were photos showing revolutionary exploits of the President, leader Kim Jong Il and Marshal Kim Jong Un.

Also displayed were their works, books on their greatness and photos showing the people of the DPRK vigorously advancing united close around the party.

Present at the event were Pak Phyong Won, honorary chairman of the United Confederation of Koreans in Far East of Russia who is chairman of the confederation in Maritime Territory, officials of Koreans' organizations in Maritime Territory and other compatriots, the DPRK consul general and staff members of the DPRK consulate general in Nakhodka.

The participants laid floral baskets in the name of the organizations of Koreans in different areas of Russia and bouquets before the full-length picture of Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il standing together on Mt. Paektu and paid tribute to them.

Then followed a remembrance meeting.

Speakers said that the behests of the President are being successfully implemented by Kim Jong Un, who is successfully carrying forward the cause of the President and Kim Jong Il and all Koreans abroad sincerely wish him good health and happiness.

The participants watched Korean film "Masikryong Ski Resort".

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