The message said:

I extend warm greetings to you and, through you, to your friendly people on the 72nd anniversary of Korea's liberation.

I express belief that the relations of friendship between the DPRK and Russia forged through the common struggle in the grim days of the great anti-Japanese war would invariably develop in the interests of the peoples of the two countries.

Taking myself of this opportunity, I sincerely wish you success in your responsible work for building powerful Russia.