Congratulating the DPRK people on their achievements in national development, the General Secretary expressed his belief that under the leadership of the Workers’ Party, they will continue to reap benefits in the coming time.
He said that he is delighted at the development of the bilateral long-standing friendship and solidarity between the two countries, nurtured by late Presidents Ho Chi Minh and Kim Il-sung.
The Party chief hoped the ambassador, in his new position, would continue making contributions to developing the ties.
Ambassador Kim Chang In praised Vietnam’s achievements in developing the country, maintaining political stability, protecting territorial sovereignty and increasing its position in the international arena.
The fine partnership between the two Parties has formed a firm political foundation, strengthening the relations between the two States and peoples, he stated.
He affirmed that in any position, he will do his utmost to consolidate and enhance the Vietnam-DPRK traditional friendship.