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October 12, 1988
Poland's ambassador to the DPRK reports on the speculation over the successor to Kim Il Sung and how the Republic of Korea's normalization of relations with communist states is related to the relative ranks of Kim Pyong-Il and Kim Jong Il.
June 4, 1984
During a visit to the USSR, Kim Il Sung stressed the unity of socialist countries especially in Southeast Asia. Kim mentioned that DPRK has no intention of attacking South Korea.
March 4, 1984
Polish and Soviet officials discuss the latest developments in North Korea. They state that the internal situation in DPRK is stable. In addition, in order to solve economic hardships, the DPRK seeks enhanced cooperation with the Soviet Union.
July 29, 1982
Com. Jewdoszuk reports that, in connection with the succession issue, propaganda around Kim Jong Il is increasing.
October 16, 1980
A report on the Korean Worker's Party's 6th Congress and on the celebration of the 35th anniversary of the foundation of the KWP to the Political Bureau, including the agenda of the congress.
November 1980
The Hungarian Embassy in Pyongyang reports on the Kim Il Sung cult of personality and the likelihood that Kim Jong Il will be appointed successor.
December 9, 1980
O Man-seok's brief of DPRK internal policies activities to move forward the cause of unifying Korea.
November 22, 1980
A report on the conversation with the Mongolian ambassador regarding the intensifying Kim Il Sung cult and the elevation of Kim Jong Il.
February 24, 1978
The birthday of Kim Jong Il is celebrated in a more modest way than in previous years.
July 4, 1977
Excerpt from East German ambassador's message about the declining display of slogans and portraits of Kim Jong Il in North Korea.