2005 North Korea Special Weapons - Missile, Nuclear, Chemical and Biological Weapons

August 2005 North Korea Special Weapons News

U.S. Says Five Other Countries Have Biological-Weapons Programs RFE/RL 31 Aug 2005 -- A new U.S. State Department report says evidence indicates that Russia, Iran, North Korea, and Syria continue to maintain biological-weapons programs.
U.S.-S. Korea Joint Military Maneuvers under Fire KCNA 31 Aug 2005 -- The U.S. and south Korean troops are staging provocative "Ulji Focus Lens-05" joint military exercises in south Korea.
Abolition of Outdated Cold War Structure Urged KCNA 31 Aug 2005 -- The commander of the U.S.-south Korea Combined Forces, when interviewed by a newspaper recently, faulted and decried the DPRK's efforts to establish a new peace-keeping mechanism on the Korean Peninsula and cried out for maintaining the state of armistice.
U.S. Congress Delegation Arrives KCNA 31 Aug 2005 -- A delegation of U.S. Congress headed by Chairman of the Subcommittee on Asian and the Pacific Affairs of the International Relations Committee of the House of Representatives James Leach arrived here Tuesday
Video Movies on National Reunification Produced KCNA 31 Aug 2005 -- The Video Workshop "By Our Nation Itself" of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea has produced video movies including "June 15 for Reunification" and "Songs Eulogizing the Idea of 'By Our Nation Itself'" (five years seen through songs).
Taean Friendship Glass Factory Nears Completion KCNA 31 Aug 2005 -- The construction of the Taean Friendship Glass Factory, which is symbolic of the DPRK-China friendship, is being vigorously pushed ahead at the final stage in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.
Six-Way Talks and "Overthrow of System" Are Incompatible: KCNA KCNA 30 Aug 2005 -- Things are happening that make one feel doubt again as to the U.S. approach to the six-way talks.
DPRK FM. Spokesman on Second Phase of Fourth Six-Party Talks KCNA 30 Aug 2005 -- A spokesman for the DPRK Foreign Ministry gave the following answer to a question put by KCNA on Aug. 29 as regards the issue of holding the 2nd phase of the fourth six-party talks
Chinese Foreign Ministry Delegation Leaves KCNA 30 Aug 2005 -- The delegation of the Chinese Foreign Ministry led by Vice-Minister Wu Dawei left here today
Paek Nam Sun Meets Chinese Foreign Ministry Delegation KCNA 30 Aug 2005 -- DPRK Foreign Minister Paek Nam Sun met and had a conversation with the delegation of the Chinese Foreign Ministry led by Vice-Minister Wu Dawei Monday.
Rodong Sinmun on Line of Economic Construction in Songun Era KCNA 29 Aug 2005 -- Rodong Sinmun Sunday dedicates an article to the second anniversary of the publication of leader Kim Jong Il's work on thoroughly implementing the line of economic construction in the Songun era.
U.S. Urged to Roll Back Its Hostile Policy toward DPRK KCNA 29 Aug 2005 -- Some days ago, the U.S. chief executive appointed former presidential aide Lefkowitz as "envoy for the human rights issue of north Korea."
All Koreans Called upon to Remain True to Three Charters for Reunification KCNA 29 Aug 2005 -- The three charters for national reunification are the most just and realistic programme for national reunification laid down by President Kim Il Sung and formulated by leader Kim Jong Il.
MOU Signed between DPRK and Thai Foreign Ministries KCNA 29 Aug 2005 -- A memorandum of understanding on negotiations and cooperation between foreign ministries of the DPRK and Thailand was signed in Pyongyang Saturday.
S. Korean Party Delegation Leaves KCNA 29 Aug 2005 -- The delegation of the Democratic Workers' Party of south Korea led by Chairwoman Kim Hye Gyong left Pyongyang today.
Chinese Foreign Ministry Delegation Here KCNA 29 Aug 2005 -- A delegation of the Chinese Foreign Ministry led by Vice-Minister Wu Dawei arrived here Saturday.
U.S. Optimistic that North Korea Still Committed to Talks Washington File 29 Aug 2005 -- Despite the delay in resuming the Six-Party Talks, U.S. officials remain optimistic that North Korea has not retreated from its commitment to the negotiations for a nuclear-free Korean Peninsula.
US Accepts Delay in Korea Nuclear Talks VOA News 29 Aug 2005 -- The United States said Monday it did not object to North Korea's decision to put back, by two weeks, the resumption of the six-party talks on Pyongyang's nuclear program.
North Korea Delays Return to Nuclear Talks VOA News 29 Aug 2005 -- North Korea has again delayed its return to nuclear disarmament talks - and says they will resume in two weeks.
Weekly on North Korea ROK National Intelligence Service Aug. 22 - Aug. 28, 2005
Report: China Seeks North Asian Security Forum VOA News 28 Aug 2005 -- China reportedly is suggesting that multinational talks on North Korea's nuclear program should evolve into a permanent regional security forum.
Famous Korean Horseradish KCNA 27 Aug 2005 -- Horseradish has widely been cultivated in different parts of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea where natural spring water wells out.
6th North-South Red Cross Talks KCNA 27 Aug 2005 -- The 6th North-South Red Cross Talks were held at Mt. Kumgang resort from August 23 to 25.
Commander Assesses North Korea's Conventional Threat AFPS 26 Aug 2005 -- Even as negotiations continue over North Korea's nuclear posture, U.S. and South Korean officials keep close track of the country's conventional capabilities.
Anniversary of DPRK's Entry into NAM Observed KCNA 26 Aug 2005 -- Rodong Sinmun today dedicates a signed article to the 30th anniversary of the DPRK's entry into the Non-Aligned Movement as a full-fledge member.
Anniversary of Kim Il Sung's Famous Work Observed KCNA 26 Aug 2005 -- Rodong Sinmun Thursday dedicates a signed article to the 45th anniversary of the publication of President Kim Il Sung's famous work "The People's Army Is a Communist School".
All Koreans Called upon to Remain True to Idea of "By Our Nation Itself" KCNA 26 Aug 2005 -- The idea of "By our nation itself" reflecting the steadfast spirit of national independence and noble patriotism serves as a powerful ideological weapon inspiring the Koreans to build a reunified powerful nation, providing a foundation of a reunified great prosperous powerful nation and making it possible to achieve eternal prosperity.
Still No Date Set for Resumption of North Korea Nuclear Talks VOA News 25 Aug 2005 -- Although the six-party talks on North Korea's nuclear programs were expected to start next week, negotiators say it is still not clear when they will resume.
North, South Korea Fail to Resolve Issue of Abductees VOA News 25 Aug 2005 -- Three-day talks between North and South Korea ended Thursday with agreements for at least two more video reunions for families separated during the Korean War
Cooperation for Peace against War Called for KCNA 25 Aug 2005 -- It is the common cause of the nation to protect peace and security on the Korean Peninsula.
U.S.-S. Korea Joint Military Exercises under Fire KCNA 25 Aug 2005 -- The United States and south Korea began Ulji Focus Lens-05 joint military exercises in south Korea on Aug. 22 which will last till Sept. 2.
45th Anniv. of Kim Jong Il's Start of Songun Revolutionary Leadership KCNA 25 Aug 2005 -- A meeting of the Ministry of the People's Armed Forces took place at the April 25 House of Culture Wednesday to celebrate the 45th anniversary of Supreme Commander Kim Jong Il's start of Songun revolutionary leadership.
Spokesman for DPRK FM. Denounces Ulji Focus Lens-05 Joint Military Exercises KCNA 25 Aug 2005 -- We have shown utmost magnanimity and flexibility as regards the issue of denuclearizing the Korean Peninsula but will never do such a thing as yielding to anyone's pressure and abandoning our sovereign right.
Six-Party Talks Recess Proves To Be a Busy Time for Negotiators Washington File 24 Aug 2005 -- The current recess in the negotiations to end North Korea's nuclear weapons programs has proven to be a busy time for the participants of the Six-Party Talks.
Pakistani President Confirms That Rogue Scientist Passed Nuclear Centrifuge Knowledge to North Korea VOA 24 Aug 2005 -- Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf has confirmed for the first time that his country's former top scientist, Abdul Qadeer Khan, transferred centrifuges and their designs - the type used to make fuel for nuclear weapons - to North Korea
North Korea Pursues a Charm Offensive in the South VOA 24 Aug 2005 -- Pyongyang has initiated a series of unprecedented goodwill measures to improve relations with South Korea.
Vigorous Movement for Independent Reunification Called for KCNA 24 Aug 2005 -- The August 15 grand festival for national reunification was successfully held and multi-faceted dialogues and contacts, cooperation and exchanges are brisk between the north and the south of Korea.
Anniv. of Kim Jong Il's Visit to Far Eastern Region of Russia Observed KCNA 24 Aug 2005 -- Rodong Sinmun Tuesday dedicates a signed article to the third anniversary of leader Kim Jong Il's visit to the Far Eastern region of Russia.
U.S. Downplays Differences With Seoul Over North Korea's Nuclear Program VOA 23 Aug 2005 -- The Bush administration is downplaying differences with South Korea amid preparations for the resumption of Chinese-sponsored six-party talks on the North Korean nuclear program.
Rodong Sinmun on Kim Jong Il's Songun Leadership Exploits KCNA 23 Aug 2005 -- The 60-year long history of the Workers' Party of Korea and the country is shining and the Korean nation has an immensely rosy future thanks to the Songun revolutionary leadership exploits of Kim Jong Il
Closer National Cooperation Called for KCNA 23 Aug 2005 -- The recent August 15 functions for reunification marked an important occasion in reaffirming the inevitability and vitality of cooperation for reunification and patriotism in implementing the June 15 joint declaration and uniting all Koreans as one under the banner of reunification and patriotism
Rice Says International Community Opposes Iran's Nuclear Behavior Washington File 22 Aug 2005 -- North Korea showed "businesslike" attitude in recent negotiations, she says
Diplomacy Quickens in Advance of Korea Nuclear Talks VOA 22 Aug 2005 -- Diplomatic contacts are accelerating in advance of the planned resumption of six-party talks on North Korea's nuclear program next week in Beijing
Ulji Focus Lens-05 Joint Military Exercises to Be Staged KCNA 22 Aug 2005 -- The south Korea-U.S. "Combined Forces Command" announced that the Ulji Focus Lens-05 joint military exercises would be staged from August 22 to September 2, according to south Korean KBS Thursday.
Rodong Sinmun on Way for Independent Reunification KCNA 22 Aug 2005 -- The independent reunification of the country desired by the Korean nation lies in adhering to the June 15 joint declaration and implementing it to the letter, says Rodong Sinmun Saturday in a signed article.
Inter-Korean Committee for Agricultural Cooperation Meets KCNA 22 Aug 2005 -- The first meeting of the North-South Committee for Agricultural Cooperation took place in Kaesong from Aug. 18 to 19 under an agreement reached at the 15th north-south ministerial talks.
Chinese Delegation Here KCNA 22 Aug 2005 -- A Chinese government economic and trade delegation led by Chen Jian, assistant to the minister of Commerce, arrived here today.
US, South Korea to Discuss North Korea Nuclear Issue VOA 21 Aug 2005 -- South Korea's Foreign Minister Ban Ki Moon is in Washington for discussions with U.S. officials on North Korea's nuclear program
Report: North Korea Reactivates Nuclear Reactor VOA News 21 Aug 2005 -- A report says North Korea has reactivated a nuclear reactor that could be used to refine materials for nuclear warheads.
Weekly on North Korea ROK National Intelligence Service Aug. 15 - Aug. 21, 2005
KCNA Blasts Japan's "Defense White Paper for 2005" KCNA 20 Aug 2005 -- The Japan Defense Agency in its recent "defense white paper for 2005" listed the DPRK and China as "states threatening Japan."
Bush Appoints Special Envoy on Human Rights in North Korea Washington File 19 Aug 2005 -- President Bush has appointed Jay Lefkowitz as the U.S. special envoy for human rights in North Korea, the White House said in an announcement released August 19.
Anniversary of Kim Jong Il's Work Observed KCNA 19 Aug 2005 -- The famous work of leader Kim Jong Il "Let Us Become True Patriots Who Love the Country and the People" published on Aug. 15, Juche 74 (1985) fully reflected his strong will to accomplish the Juche revolutionary cause of Juche
End to U.S. Hostile Policy towards DPRK Urged KCNA 19 Aug 2005 -- An end should be put to the presence of the U.S. troops in south Korea and to the U.S. hostile policy towards the DPRK.
Weekly on North Korea (Aug.12 - Aug.18, 2005) ROK Ministry of Unification
U.S. Hopes Six-Party Talks Can Be Model for Northeast Asia Washington File 18 Aug 2005 -- The United States hopes that the six-party process to persuade North Korea to dismantle its nuclear weapons programs can serve as an "embryonic structure for Northeast Asia" to create new bilateral and multilateral ties, says Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Christopher Hill.
Pulikovski and His Party Return Home KCNA 18 Aug 2005 -- Konstantin Borisovich Pulikovski, presidential envoy to the Far East Region of the Russian Federation, and his party retuned home on Wednesday after participating in the celebrations of the 60th anniversary of the liberation of Korea
Leading Members of North Side's Delegations Pay Courtesy Call on Roh Moo Hyun KCNA 18 Aug 2005 -- Leading members of the north side's delegation paid a courtesy call on south Korean President Roh Moo Hyun on Aug. 17 after participating in the August 15 grand national festival for independence, peace and reunification
South Korean President Meets Delegation from Pyongyang VOA 17 Aug 2005 -- A high-level North Korean delegation has made an unprecedented call on South Korean President Roh Moo-hyun in Seoul.
Russian Envoy Says Kim Jong-Il Positive On Nuclear Talks RFE/RL 17 Aug 2005 -- A Russian official says North Korea's leader Kim Jong-Il told him he is "positive" about six-party talks aimed at persuading North Korea to abandon its nuclear-weapons program.
August 15 Nat'l Meeting for Independence, Peace and Reunification Held in Seoul KCNA 17 Aug 2005 -- The August 15 national meeting for independence, peace and reunification was held at Jangchung Gymnasium in Seoul Monday.
North Koreans Make Historic Visit to South Korea's Parliament VOA 16 Aug 2005 -- A high-level North Korean delegation has visited South Korea's National Assembly for the first time.
August 15 Grand National Festival Opens KCNA 16 Aug 2005 -- The August 15 Grand National Festival for Independence, Peace and Reunification opened in Seoul on Sunday.
DPRK Government Hosts Reception KCNA 16 Aug 2005 -- The government of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea gave a reception at the People's Palace of Culture Sunday in celebration of the 60th anniversary of national liberation.
Day of Korea's Liberation Editorially Observed KCNA 16 Aug 2005 -- Papers Monday dedicate editorials to the 60th anniversary of the liberation of Korea.
Homage Paid to Kim Il Sung KCNA 16 Aug 2005 -- Senior officials of the Party, the state and the army, servicepersons of the Korean People's Army and people from all walks of life visited the Kumsusan Memorial Palace on Monday to pay homage to President Kim Il Sung on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of Korea's liberation.
Grand Joint Banquet Given on Occasion of 60th Anniv. of Korea's Liberation KCNA 16 Aug 2005 -- A grand joint banquet was co-hosted by the National Defence Commission of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea and the Russian embassy here Monday evening on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of Korea's liberation.
North Side's Delegation Off to Attend August 15 Grand National Festival KCNA 15 Aug 2005 -- A delegation of the north side left here today to participate in the August 15 grand national festival for independence, peace and reunification to be held in Seoul.
National Meeting Marks 60th Anniversary of Korea's Liberation KCNA 15 Aug 2005 -- A national meeting took place at the Pyongyang Indoor Stadium on Sunday to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Korea's liberation.
North-South Military Working Talks Held KCNA 15 Aug 2005 -- The fourth north-south military working talks took place at the Thongil House in the north side of Panmunjom Friday to discuss the issue of implementing the agreement reached at the north-south general-level military talks.
Spokesman for Panmunjom Mission of KPA Releases Statement KCNA 15 Aug 2005 -- A spokesman for the Panmunjom Mission of the Korean People's Army Saturday issued the following statement in connection with the U.S. forces' projected joint military exercise "Ulji Focus Lens-05" in south Korea
Russian Delegation Arrives KCNA 15 Aug 2005 -- A delegation of war veteran lawmakers of Russia led by Vasilii Klyuchenok, first vice-chairman of the Defence and Security Committee of the Federation Council of Russia, arrived here Saturday.
World Conference Opens in Pyongyang KCNA 15 Aug 2005 -- The World Conference in Support of the Independent and Peaceful Reunification of Korea opened in Pyongyang with splendor Saturday on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of the liberation of Korea.
Weekly on North Korea ROK National Intelligence Service Aug. 8 - Aug. 14, 2005
Amnesty to Be Granted KCNA 13 Aug 2005 -- A decree of the Presidium of the Supreme People's Assembly of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea was promulgated to grant amnesty on the occasion of the 60th anniversaries of the Workers' Party of Korea and the liberation of Korea.
Anniversary of Korea's Liberation Celebrated KCNA 13 Aug 2005 -- Colorful functions took place in different parts of the DPRK on August 11 on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of Korea's liberation. A meeting of workers and trade union members was held in Wonsan.
Meeting of Young Vanguard Held KCNA 13 Aug 2005 -- A meeting of the young vanguard of the Ministry of People's Security was held in front of the old home of leader Kim Jong Il in the secret camp in Mt. Paektu on August 11 to vow their loyalty to Supreme Commander Kim Jong Il.
Collection of Kim Jong Il's Works Published KCNA 12 Aug 2005 -- "For the National Reunification and the Great National Unity", a collection of leader Kim Jong Il's works, was brought out by the Workers' Party of Korea Publishing House.
Fuller Play to Might of Songun Called for KCNA 12 Aug 2005 -- The joint slogans of the Central Committee and the Central Military Commission of the Workers' Party of Korea fully reflect the unshakable faith and will of the Party to accomplish the cause of Korean-style socialism by force of Songun without fail which has been defended and glorified by Songun.
Weekly on North Korea (August 5~11, 2005) ROK Ministry of Unification
South Korean Officials Defend North's 'Right' to Civilian Nuclear Program VOA 11 Aug 2005 -- Senior South Korean officials on Thursday defended what they say is North Korea's "natural right" to pursue civilian nuclear power. The move may cause friction with the United States, which has expressed firm opposition to the North having any nuclear facilities whatsoever
Pressure Grows for Seoul, Washington to Address North Korean Rights Abuses VOA 11 Aug 2005 -- A new South Korean report reinforces accusations that North Korea is one of the worst human rights abusers in the world. Its release this week comes as U.S. Christian groups seek to push Washington into putting North Korea's human rights on the table when multinational nuclear weapons talks resume later this month.
US Envoy Says North Korea's Past Actions Damaging VOA 10 Aug 2005 -- The top U.S. negotiator to the ongoing six-party North Korean nuclear talks says Pyongyang's past actions undermine its insistence for a civil nuclear program
War Provoker's Disgusting Behavior Ridiculed KCNA 10 Aug 2005 -- The United States can never flee from the responsibility for having provoked the Korean War and committed atrocities against humanity though it plays cheap tricks like a thief crying "stop the thief!" Rodong Sinmun Tuesday says this in a signed commentary.
U.S. Dangerous Military Moves Assailed KCNA 10 Aug 2005 -- The U.S. forces are reportedly contemplating the deployment in the near future of the latest unmanned reconnaissance plane "Hunter" far better than "Shadow-200" now present in south Korea in its observation and reconnaissance capability.
DPRK Delegation Returns Home from Beijing KCNA 10 Aug 2005 -- The DPRK delegation headed by Vice-Minister of Foreign Affairs Kim Kye Gwan came back home today
DPRK Hit by Typhoon KCNA 10 Aug 2005 -- A heavy rain fell in some areas of Kangwon Province and the west coastal areas of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea due to the effect of typhoon No. 9.
U.S. Encouraged by Latest Round of Six-Party Talks, Hill Says Washington File 10 Aug 2005 -- The fourth round of Six-Party Talks in Beijing broke after 13 days, failing to reach a final agreement, but the chief U.S. negotiator for the discussions, which are aimed at ending North Korea's nuclear weapons programs, is not discouraged.
Six-Party Talks Recess Could Foster Positive Results, Hill Says Washington File 10 Aug 2005 -- Although 13 days of intensive negotiations did not produce a final agreement, the United States believes the current recess before the August 29 resumption of the Six-Party Talks indicates North Korea is serious about resolving issues related to its nuclear weapons programs, says Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Christopher Hill.
U.S. May Meet North Korea Before Six-Party Talks Resume VOA 10 Aug 2005 -- The chief U.S. delegate to the six-party talks on North Korea's nuclear program said Tuesday he is open to direct contacts with Pyongyang before the Beijing talks are due to resume at the end of the month
Koreans Grateful to Kim Il Sung for National Liberation KCNA 09 Aug 2005 -- August 15 this year is the sixtieth anniversary of the liberation of the Korean people from the Japanese imperialists' military occupation.
Six-Party Talks Make Progress, But Gaps in Agreement Remain Washington File 08 Aug 2005 -- "A lot of progress" has been made toward persuading North Korea to end its nuclear weapons programs, says Christopher Hill, assistant secretary of state for East Asian and Pacific affairs.
North Korea Nuclear Talks on Hold, But Delegates Say Hope For An Agreement Remains VOA 08 Aug 2005 -- After 13 days of negotiation, deadlocked disarmament talks on North Korea's nuclear weapons program have entered a three-week recess, with Washington and Pyongyang blaming each other for the impasse and urging the other to make concessions
Kim Il Sung's Korea Will Be Everlasting KCNA 08 Aug 2005 -- Our country will be everlasting as Kim Il Sung's Korea shining with the idea and august name of President Kim Il Sung under the leadership of Kim Jong Il
Intensified Struggle for National Independence Called for KCNA 08 Aug 2005 -- National independence helps the Koreans exalt their self-respect and dignity, reinforce their stand and viewpoint to carve out their destiny by their own efforts and calls for not tolerating any factor of violating the interests of the nation
North Korea Talks Pause After Impasse Over Pyongyang's "Peaceful" Nuclear Program VOA 07 Aug 2005 -- Delegates to the six-party North Korean nuclear disarmament talks have agreed to a three-week recess.
North Korea: Six-Party Nuclear Talks Take Recess Without Agreement RFE/RL 07 Aug 2005 -- After 13 days, the so-called six-party talks (China, Japan, Russia, the United States, and North and South Korea) on North Korea's nuclear programs broke off today for a three-week recess without agreement on a joint declaration to set the ground work for negotiations.
Weekly on North Korea ROK National Intelligence Service Aug. 1 - Aug. 7, 2005
North Korea Nuclear Disarmament Talks Near End VOA 06 Aug 2005 -- The North Korean nuclear disarmament talks closed Saturday with widespread reports suggesting the Chinese hosts will announce a recess Sunday morning, temporarily ending the negotiations. Diplomats say the talks are deadlocked over North Korea's refusal to dismantle all of its nuclear programs
Nuclear Disarmament Talks Enter Day 12 VOA 06 Aug 2005 -- The North Korean nuclear disarmament talks have stretched into their 12th day in Beijing. Diplomats say North Korea is still resisting demands that it dismantle all of its nuclear programs, and the U.S. envoy says time is running out
Rason Hospital Opens KCNA 06 Aug 2005 -- The Rason International Catholic Hospital has been built in Rason, an economic and trade zone of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.
Dynamic Struggle for Independence Called for KCNA 06 Aug 2005 -- It is impossible for the people to ensure peace and promote social progress and independent development in peace as long as the present unequal and old international order persists to let the strong suppress the weak and lord it over the world as it pleases, says Rodong Sinmun Friday in a signed article.
North Korea Nuclear Talks Stalled VOA 05 Aug 2005 -- The 11th day of the six-nation North Korean nuclear disarmament talks ended Friday without agreement as North Korea says it will not give up all its nuclear programs
Kim Jong Il Inspects Company of KPA Unit IRNA 05 Aug 2005 -- Supreme Commander of the Korean People's Army Kim Jong Il, general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea and chairman of the National Defence Commission of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, inspected a company of KPA Unit 228.
Newspapers on Further Development of DPRK-Russia Relations IRNA 05 Aug 2005 -- The publication of the DPRK-Russia Moscow Declaration signed by leader Kim Jong Il and President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin four years ago was an epochal event of weighty significance in steadily developing the DPRK-Russia friendship on a new high stage in the new century, say newspapers Thursday.
Anniversary of Kim Jong Il's Work Observed IRNA 05 Aug 2005 -- Rodong Sinmun Thursday dedicates an article to the 8th anniversary of the publication of the famous work of leader Kim Jong Il "Let Us Carry Out the Great Leader Kim Il Sung's Instructions for National Reunification."
Heavy Rainfall in DPRK IRNA 05 Aug 2005 -- A torrential rain fell in Pyongyang, South Phyongan, South and North Hwanghae Provinces.
Six-Party Negotiators Seek To Hammer Out Remaining Differences Washington File 05 Aug 2005 -- Only a few -- but an important few -- differences are standing in the way of an agreement to begin ridding the Korean Peninsula of nuclear weapons, says Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Christopher Hill.
Talks Snag on North Korea's Refusal to Give Up Peaceful Nuclear Capabilities VOA 05 Aug 2005 -- North Korean nuclear disarmament talks are in day 11 in Beijing, with North Korea refusing demands for it to give up all its nuclear programs
Weekly on North Korea (July 29 to August 4, 2005) ROK Ministry of Unification
Six-Party Talks Making Progress, But No Final Agreement Yet Washington File 04 Aug 2005 -- After 11 days, the Six-Party Talks designed to rid the Korean Peninsula of nuclear weapons still have not produced an agreement, but participants are willing to soldier on, Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Christopher Hill says.
Few Results After Day Ten of Nuclear Talks VOA 04 Aug 2005 -- After 10 days the North Korean nuclear disarmament talks have ground to a halt as the North Korean delegation is reportedly still refusing to compromise
Songbul Temple in DPRK KCNA 04 Aug 2005 -- Songbul Temple built in 898 is located in the fort on Mt. Jongbang in Sariwon city, North Hwanghae Province, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea
Struggle against Imperialist Moves for Aggression and War Called for KCNA 04 Aug 2005 -- Aggression and war are what keep imperialism alive. It can neither exist nor meet its interests without aggression and war.
Nuclear Talks Drag Into Tenth Day VOA 04 Aug 2005 -- The North Korean nuclear disarmament talks drag into a 10th day with fresh claims the North Korean delegation is still refusing to compromise
North Korea Talks Extended At Least One More Day RFE/RL 04 Aug 2005 -- Delegates to six-way talks on North Korea's nuclear arms program say that they will meet for an 11th day on 5 August.
U.S. Lauds China's Efforts on North Korea Six-Party Talks Washington File 03 Aug 2005 -- China is making a major effort to advance the current round of Six-Party Talks aimed at ending North Korea's nuclear weapons programs, says U.S. Assistant Secretary of State Christopher Hill.
China Pushes To End Deadlock in North Korea Nuclear Talks VOA 03 Aug 2005 -- China worked late into the night Wednesday trying to salvage stalled six-party talks on North Korea's nuclear weapons programs. Chinese officials circulated a fourth draft of a proposed joint statement but several delegates say the North Koreans are still refusing to compromise
U.S. Says Latest Chinese Proposal Offers North Korea "Brighter Future," if it Abandons Nuclear Weapons VOA 03 Aug 2005 -- China is making a final bid to salvage the stalled six-party talks on the North Korean nuclear weapons standoff. Chinese officials Wednesday offered a fourth draft of a proposed draft joint statement of principles, as some delegates admitted the talks may end without agreement
China Pushes To End Deadlock in North Korea Nuclear Talks VOA 03 Aug 2005 -- China is trying to salvage stalled six-party talks on North Korea's nuclear weapons programs. Chinese officials circulated a fourth draft of a proposed joint statement, but no agreement was reported during a late night session
North Korean Nuclear Talks Continue RFE/RL 03 Aug 2005 -- China says it will submit a fresh draft on a "statement of principles" today at talks on ending North Korea's nuclear program being held in Beijing.
Kim Jong Il Inspects Command of Large Combined Unit of KPA and Its Unit KCNA 03 Aug 2005 -- Supreme Commander of the Korean People's Army Kim Jong Il, general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea and chairman of the National Defence Commission of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, inspected the command of the large combined unit and Unit 615 honored with the title of Kum Song Lifeguard of the KPA situated in the forefront area in the central sector of the front
North Korea: Delegates Say Six-Party Talks Reach Critical Stage RFE/RL 02 Aug 2005 -- After a week of intense debate, six-party talks on the denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula entered a second week today with no sign of a breakthrough or compromise. The diplomats are trying to agree on a draft statement of principles for future negotiations.
160+ Cases of U.S. Aerial Espionage against DPRK KCNA 02 Aug 2005 -- The U.S. imperialists committed at least 160 cases of aerial espionage against the DPRK in July, according to a military source.
Pessimism Begins to Overtake North Korean Nuclear Talks VOA 02 Aug 2005 -- Negotiators trying to resolve the North Korea nuclear dispute say they have failed to make progress after a week of talks. Frustration is being voiced openly in Beijing, after a week of cautiously positive assessments
DPRK FM on Government's Stand for Peace and Stability on Korean Peninsula KCNA 01 Aug 2005 -- DPRK Foreign Minister Paek Nam Sun, addressing the ministerial meeting of the 12th ASEAN Regional Forum on July 29, said that peace and security on the Korean Peninsula is a key factor of ensuring peace in Northeast Asia and the DPRK government is making every effort to settle the present unstable situation and achieve durable peace and stability on the peninsula
Inter-Korean Railway and Road Panel Meeting Held KCNA 01 Aug 2005 -- The 5th meeting of the North-South Panel for Reconnecting Rail and Road Links was held in Kaesong from July 28 to 30 under an agreement reached at the 10th meeting of the North-South Committee for the Promotion of Economic Cooperation
Inter-Korean Joint Press Release Issued KCNA 01 Aug 2005 -- DPRK Foreign Minister Paek Nam Sun staying in Laos to participate in the 12th ministerial meeting of ASEAN on July 28 met Pan Ki Mun, south Korean minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade, to exchange their views on a series of issues of mutual concern and issued a joint press release
All Koreans Called upon to Remain True to June 15 Joint Declaration KCNA 01 Aug 2005 -- It is the unshakable determination and will of the Korean nation to achieve national unity and peace and independent reunification of the country in the spirit of the June 15 joint declaration, invariably holding high the banner of the joint declaration. Rodong Sinmun today says this in a by-lined article
SIX-PARTY TALKS: U.S. BILATERAL DIALOGUE WITH DPRK 'WISE AND PRUDENT' US Dept. of State IIP, Foreign Media Reaction 01 Aug 2005
China Presents Second Draft of Joint Statement to North Korean Nuclear Talks VOA 01 Aug 2005 -- China has proposed a second draft of a joint declaration on ending North Korea's nuclear program after delegates from the six countries involved in talks in Beijing failed to agree on the wording of an initial proposal

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