03:10 International News in DPRK Media (May 28, 2026) | |
May 28, Pyongyang (RSTV)
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The news carried on Page 2 and Page 6 of Rodong Sinmun dated May 28, 2026, reports on the meeting between Comrade Jo Yong Won and the Foreign Minister of Singapore and the departure of the Singaporean Foreign Minister from Pyongyang, news of Chongryon, the assertion of powerful strikes against Ukraine, Africa's efforts to realize international justice and equality, news of various countries for social progress and development, the spread of the Ebola virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the serious issue of air pollution, the protest against Israel's atrocities of abusing prisoners, the rampant skin diseases in the Gaza Strip, accidents and earthquakes in various countries, and general knowledge about some signs of brain tumours. The full text follows: Comrade Jo Yong Won Meets Foreign Minister of the Republic of Singapore Comrade Jo Yong Won, Member of the Presidium of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea, First Vice-President of the State Affairs Commission of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea and Chairman of the Presidium of the Supreme People's Assembly, met Vivian Balakrishnan, Foreign Minister of the Republic of Singapore, who paid a courtesy call, at the Mansudae Assembly Hall in Pyongyang on the 27th. Comrade Jo Yong Won had a talk with Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan in a friendly atmosphere. Present there were Comrade Pak Sang Gil, Vice Foreign Minister of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea; Comrade Ri Kil Song, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of our country to the Republic of Singapore; officials of the relevant sectors; and the party of the Foreign Minister of the Republic of Singapore. (Korean Central News Agency) Foreign Minister of the Republic of Singapore Leaves Pyongyang Vivian Balakrishnan, Foreign Minister of the Republic of Singapore, and his party, who had visited our country at the invitation of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, left Pyongyang on the 27th. They were seen off at Pyongyang International Airport by Comrade Pak Sang Gil, Vice Foreign Minister of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, and Comrade Ri Kil Song, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of our country to the Republic of Singapore. (Korean Central News Agency) Chongryon News Graduates Take the Lead Over the past 70 years, Chongryon Korean University has produced nearly 20 000 graduates. From the central headquarters to regional headquarters, branches and sub-branches, graduates of Korea University are playing a core role in all levels of Chongryon organizations as well as in every field of the compatriot society, including education, journalism, literature and art, economy, science and technology. The alumni associations formed by each class are deepening the bonds among graduates on the path of patriotism. Their mission is not simple friendship but to contribute to the strengthening and development of the patriotic cause and the prosperity of the compatriot society. This has now developed into regional gatherings. After the graduates living in Okayama Prefecture took the initiative in 2023, gatherings of graduates by region are being held frequently in various parts of Japan. They are seriously discussing the problems arising in the strengthening of Chongryon organizations, the development of the compatriot society, and the educational support work. All of them are steeling their will to unchangeably practice the patriotic determination they made when leaving their affectionate alma mater. Recently, such a gathering was also held in Hokkaido. The participants pledged that they would play a core role in holding a grand commemorative event for the 65th anniversary of the founding of the Hokkaido Korean Elementary, Middle and High School. The reliable graduates who are active in the vanguard of the patriotic movement are becoming the pride of the compatriot society. Sincerity Devoted to the Coming Generations An artificial turf playground has been newly built at Chongryon's Hiroshima Korean Elementary, Middle and High School. Previously, whenever it rained, puddles formed in many places, and when the weather was dry, sand dust flew about, causing various inconveniences to the students' sports activities. The Hiroshima Prefecture Chamber of Commerce and Industry took the initiative to build an artificial turf playground to solve this problem and started preparatory work. Compatriots from all walks of life in the region actively turned out, saying they would spare nothing to improve the educational environment for the children. As a result of the active fundraising campaign, much more funds than the planned amount were raised. At a congratulatory meeting held after the completion of the construction, the students of this school pledged to grow up stoutly as pillars who will shoulder the patriotic cause, never forgetting the unchanging love and sincerity of the compatriot society. This year marks the 80th anniversary of the founding of the Hiroshima Korean Elementary, Middle and High School. The members of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, who did good work for the school in a meaningful year, are filled with great pride and reward. Cultural Activities That Invigorate A cultural centre has been newly opened at the Nishi-Kobe Branch of Chongryon's Hyogo Prefecture. During the 100-day innovation movement conducted on the occasion of the 70th anniversary of Chongryon's formation last year, the branch worked out a plan to set up a base for cultural activities. Upholding the respected Marshal's teachings to carry forward the fine baton of safeguarding national identity and turn it into an all-compatriot national culture movement so that the national soul may breathe and live everywhere in the compatriot society, the branch officials actively worked to splendidly set up the cultural centre. The newly-built cultural centre is invigorating the compatriot society. The compatriots like it very much. The centre is also actively contributing to broadening the mass foundation of Chongryon. While steadily carrying forward the spirit of unity displayed in the days of the April 24 education struggle, this branch is now advancing vigorously. Staff Reporter Powerful Strikes against Ukraine Asserted Russian Security Council Deputy Chairman Dmitry Medvedev, through a social media network on the 24th, asserted powerful strikes against Ukraine. In connection with the Ukrainian army's attack with a drone on a specialized school in the Lugansk People's Republic of Russia, he stated that drug addicts and their followers carried out a terrorist attack targeting students, thus incurring Russia's strong retaliatory strikes. He stressed that if Russia does not attack, there is no guarantee that the neo-Nazi regime will not be strengthened, and that it must be struck as it was this time, struck more powerfully, and that the sight of their capital's symbolic structures reduced to ruins and ashes will break the enemy's morale no less than losing a fighter squadron. At the time of the Ukrainian army's attack on the specialized school, 86 students aged 14 to 18 were in the school, and the number of casualties from the terrorist attack increased to over 60. (Korean Central News Agency) Africa's Efforts to Realize International Justice and Equality Recently, the Chairperson of the African Union Commission reaffirmed the Union's position on the issue of reforming the United Nations Security Council. He said that Africa's demand for permanent membership of the United Nations Security Council is not aimed at receiving any special treatment but at rectifying a historical injustice, and that the legitimacy of this organ depends on reflecting today's global reality, not that of 1945. Given the growing population and increasing political and economic influence of the African continent, occupying the status of a permanent member is all the more natural. In recent years, Africa has been developing rapidly. In 2024, the economic growth rate of the continent was relatively high at 3.7%. Last year also saw much development, and the economic growth rate of the sub-Saharan region in particular reportedly reached 4.1%. This year, the economic growth rate of this region is also forecast to exceed 4%. This far exceeds the global average and is the highest among major regions. However, Africa is still treated unfairly on the international stage. Currently, the United Nations Security Council consists of 5 permanent members and 10 non-permanent members. Africa is allocated 3 non-permanent member seats. At a meeting discussing the issue of reforming the United Nations Security Council held in August 2024, the then-chairing President of Sierra Leone said that it is very unjust both historically and realistically that there is no African country among the permanent members. Last February, intergovernmental negotiations were held on the equitable distribution of seats and the expansion of the membership of the United Nations Security Council, where voices were also raised that work should be given priority to thoroughly enhance the representation and voice of developing countries, and in particular, to rectify the historical injustice against Africa and realize Africa's demands. The African Union, which has set the goal of making Africa a powerful continent on the global stage, is now asserting that the United Nations Security Council should be expanded and that 2 permanent member seats and 5 non-permanent member seats should be occupied by continental countries. African countries are also taking an independent stand in their relations with Western countries. The recent suspension of the activities of French media outlets that were spreading false information threatening public order and national security in Niger and Burkina Faso is one example of this. The government of Niger took such measures, saying that the French media outlets had joined the media war waged by the imperialists against the country. The media outlets in question had reportedly repeatedly published articles and editorials that could seriously threaten public order in Niger. Burkina Faso's measure to ban the activities of a French broadcaster was also taken because this broadcaster embellished terrorist acts and spread false information. Realizing that genuine peace and development can be achieved only when the yoke of subjugation is cast off, African countries are resolutely countering the interference manoeuvres of Western countries. The efforts of African countries to reject neo-colonial domination and interference, realize justice and equality, and promote the development of the continent with united strength are being further intensified. Staff Reporter Ho Yong Min For Social Progress and Development Cooperation in Water Supply and Sewerage Construction Called For The President of the Pan-African Parliament, marking Africa Day on the 25th, called on continental countries to cooperate in the field of water supply and sewerage construction. He noted that numerous Africans, including women and children, are unable to access clean water and sewerage systems, and stated that building safe water supply and sewerage networks is emerging as an important issue for public health, food security, economic development and environmental protection. He stressed that African countries should increase investment in and strengthen cooperation in the field of water supply and sewerage construction, and that the Pan-African Parliament would work to legally support this work. Construction of Large-Scale Hydroelectric Power Station Begins Construction of a large-scale hydroelectric power station recently began in East Kalimantan Province, Indonesia. The power station is expected to be completed within 5 years and will reportedly contribute to realizing self-sufficiency in electricity. A senior official of this country stated that the construction of the hydroelectric power station accounts for an important share in achieving the government's goal of completely eliminating carbon dioxide emissions by 2060. Traffic Safety Work Strengthened Tanzania is directing efforts to the work of ensuring traffic safety. On the 25th, the government of this country announced that during the period from last July to this April, road patrols were strengthened and millions of cases of traffic regulation violations were controlled, and legal sanctions such as fines and the confiscation of driving licences were imposed on the violators. The numbers of deaths and injuries from traffic accidents during this period reportedly decreased markedly compared to the previous period. Export Increase In Thailand, the export value in April increased by 23.1% compared to the same month last year. The government of this country announced on the 25th that exports of industrial products and agricultural products in particular have increased significantly. (Korean Central News Agency) Concern over Spread of Ebola Virus in Democratic Republic of the Congo The Director-General of the World Health Organization stated on social media on the 24th that about 900 suspected cases of the Ebola virus have been reported in the Democratic Republic of the Congo so far, and expressed concern over the spread of this virus. He asserted that about 5 million residents in Ituri Province are suffering from persistent conflicts, and one-quarter of them need humanitarian assistance. He stated that the situation in which many people are fleeing due to violence is creating serious difficulties in expanding the tracing of Ebola virus cases, detecting infections early and providing necessary treatment. He stressed that WHO officials and others are expanding the scope of activities across Ituri, including the most inaccessible and unstable areas, and that the provision of comprehensive medical services is very important in effectively responding to the Ebola virus. (Korean Central News Agency) Air Pollution Problem Raised Seriously Air, as the gas surrounding the earth, directly affects people's lives and health. However, the atmospheric environment in many parts of the world today is being seriously polluted, and solving this is being raised as an urgent task that can no longer be postponed. According to data, air pollution is a major factor that produces various diseases such as stroke, heart disease and lung cancer, and is among the leading causes of general death. Last March, a Swiss organization published a report on the state of global air pollution last year. The report asserted that air pollution, mainly in South Asia, could lead to health damage, as a result of analyzing the concentration of fine dust, PM2.5, in the air in 9 446 cities of 143 countries and regions. On March 30, an emergency alert was issued in connection with the serious air pollution in the northern region of Thailand. On that day, the concentration of PM2.5 fine dust in the air in this region reportedly far exceeded the safe level. In Chiang Mai Province in particular, the concentration was the highest at 292.6 μg per cubic metre. On April 8, the concentration of PM2.5 fine dust in the air in several areas of Laos was reportedly more than twice the safety standard. This is not all. Last December, the air quality evaluation index exceeded 400 at 27 observation stations across Delhi, India, and in Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, the concentration of PM2.5 fine dust in the air was about 13 times higher than the safety standard set by the World Health Organization, arousing social concern. The World Meteorological Organization published an estimate that 8 million people die prematurely every year due to air pollution and asserted that the cause is linked to climate change. One of the basic causes of air pollution is the increase in the number and scale of forest fires and wildfires as high temperatures and drought continue in various parts of the world due to climate change caused by global warming. Although there is also pollution caused by natural disasters such as the yellow dust phenomenon, the discharge of large amounts of dust, smoke and toxic gases from factories, enterprises, automobiles and airplanes is also a significant cause of air pollution. Experts assert that polluted air threatens the common survival of humanity, and each country should pay greater attention to the work of preventing air pollution and take decisive measures. (Korean Central News Agency) Protest against Israel's Atrocities of Abusing Prisoners Palestinians in the Gaza Strip staged a protest on the 25th against Israel's atrocities of abusing prisoners. The protest, held in Gaza City, was attended by a large crowd including family members of the Palestinians imprisoned in Israeli jails. The protesters, holding photos of the prisoners, exposed and denounced the fact that they are subjected to all sorts of violations including starvation, torture and assault in Israeli prisons. They appealed to the international community to take measures to stop Israel's atrocities of abusing prisoners. Currently, more than 9 400 Palestinians, including women and children, are reportedly imprisoned in Israeli jails. (Korean Central News Agency) Skin Diseases Rampant Skin disease cases have recently been rapidly increasing in the Gaza Strip. According to data released by the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees on the 21st, more than 125 000 skin disease cases have been reported in this area so far this year. Due to the poor living conditions and unsanitary environment, rats and parasites are reproducing at a rapid rate, and skin diseases are rampant among the people. It is reported that due to Israel's barbaric blockade manoeuvres, there is a shortage of medicines, and the patients are not receiving proper treatment and are suffering severe pain. (Korean Central News Agency) Gaza Strip Residents Suffering Misfortune in Ruins
Accidents On the 22nd, a fire broke out due to an explosion on a vessel anchored at a shipyard in New York City, USA, killing 1 and injuring about 30. On the same day, an explosion occurred while repairing a hydrocarbon pipeline at a petrochemical plant in northeastern Hungary, resulting in 10 casualties. Earlier, on the 21st, a residential building collapsed in the northern region of Morocco, taking the lives of 15 people. (Korean Central News Agency) Earthquake An earthquake measuring 6.1 on the Richter scale occurred in the northern region of Chile on the 25th. The depth of the focus was 152 km. (Korean Central News Agency) General Knowledge Some Signs of Brain Tumours (1) A brain tumour is a dangerous disease in which symptoms such as severe headache, nausea, motor paralysis and speech disorders appear. However, many of the symptoms that serve as signs of it are easy to mistake for stress or lack of sleep. A research group in a certain country explained some signs of brain tumours that can be overlooked. - Words do not come to mind. Among brain tumour patients, there are those who cannot think of specific words, cannot form complete sentences, or cannot smoothly participate in conversations. One patient reportedly thought it was a little different from usual but did not pay attention to it. Another patient reportedly felt something strange but could not speak about it, so he left it in writing. Causes of words not coming to mind include fatigue, stress and anxiety; if such symptoms persist for a long time or appear suddenly, it is advisable to consult a doctor. - Symptoms of decreased thinking ability and memory Some patients complain of a decline in concentration, thinking ability and memory. One patient made an appointment with a doctor because of symptoms of memory loss, but when the appointed time came, he forgot why he had made the appointment. Consequently, he was unable to receive a timely diagnosis of a brain tumour. - Symptoms of numbness or aching all over the body Some patients complain of numbness or aching all over the body, and among them, some say that such symptoms appear only on one side of the body. These symptoms appear when a brain tumour damages the sensory or motor areas of the brain. (Korean Central News Agency) | |
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