ISLAMABAD, SEPT 6 (DNA) – Ambassador of Democratic Republic of Korea Kim Thae Sop has said North Korea was keen to promote and expand relations with Pakistan.

He said this on the occasion of 71^st anniversary of founding of North Korea. Federal Minister for Science and Technology Fawad Chaudhry was the chief guest. A large number of diplomats including Chinese ambassador attended the reception.

The North Korean Ambassador further said under the dynamic leadership of Korean leader his country was developing at a fast speed.

He further said despite many changes taken place in the international arena, relations between Pakistan and North Korea remained unchanged.

He said bilateral relations shall be extended in various fields in the days to come. He also felicitated President of Pakistan Dr. Arif Alvi.=DNA