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About DPRK

DPRK’s National Emblem

The national emblem of the DPRK was instituted on September 9, Juche 37(1948) with the foundation of the Republic and was stipulated by the socialist constitution of the Republic.
Mt. Paektu, the sacred mountain of revolution, symbolizes the revolutionary cause of Juche which was pioneered by the great President, the founder of the socialist Korea, and the glorious tradition of the revolution that the state has inherited.
The red five-point star and its rays symbolize the brilliant future of the country and people struggling for the building of a thriving country, independent and peaceful reunification and the accomplishment of the cause of Juche revolution.
The hydroelectric power station symbolizes the powerful heavy industry and the working class while the ears of rice symbolize the socialist rural economy and the cooperative farmers.
The oval shape of the national emblem stands for the invincible unity and cohesion of the Korean people who are closely rallied behind the Party and the leader.
The name of the country “Democratic People’s Republic of Korea” written on the red ribbon signifies that the DPRK is an independent, democratic and people-oriented state which represents the interests of the Korean people.
The national emblem is in oval shape and the ratio of the height to width is 6:5.

DPRK’s National Flag

The national flag of the DPRK was instituted on September 9, Juche 37(1948) with the foundation of the Republic and was stipulated by the socialist constitution of the Republic.
The red color of the national flag symbolizes the blood of the anti-Japanese revolutionary predecessors who fought for the liberation and independence of the country and the invincible might of the Korean people who are firmly united behind the Republic.
The white color signifies that the DPRK is a state of the homogeneous nation from one lineage that has lived on the same land with one language and culture, and with high integrity and ethics.
The blue color symbolizes the courageous feature of the Korean people who are fighting for the victory of the cause of socialism and the spirit of the people struggling for peace and progress of the world.
The red five-point star depicts the wisdom of the Korean people who are advancing dynamically having inherited the anti-Japanese revolutionary tradition and the development prospects of the Republic. The ratio of the width to the length is 1:2.

DPRK’s National Anthem
The national anthem of the DPRK is Patriotic Song.
Patriotic Song represents the pride and honor of the Korean people of having beautiful nature, abundant resources, the 5,000-year long history and splendid culture and tradition as well as their noble patriotism to build and bring eternal glory to the thriving country following the leadership of the Workers’ Party of Korea. It was produced in Juche 36(1947).
 
《Patriotic Song》
   1.  Shine bright, you dawn, on this land so fair,
The country of three thousand ri,
So rich in silver and in gold you are,
Five thousand years your history.
Our people ever were renowned and sage,
And rich in cultural heritage,
And as with heart and soul we strive,
Korea shall forever thrive
Our people ever were renowned and sage,
And rich in cultural heritage,
And as with heart and soul we strive,
Korea shall forever thrive
 
   2.  And in the spirit of Mount Paektu,
With love of toil that shall never die,
With will of iron fostered by the truth,
We’ll lead the whole world by and by.
We have the might to foil the angry sea,
Our land more prosperous still shall be,
As by the people’s will we strive,
Korea shall forever thrive!
We have the might to foil the angry sea,
Our land more prosperous still shall be,
As by the people’s will we strive,
Korea shall forever thrive!

DPRK’s National Tree–Pine

Pine is found everywhere in Korea, an evergreen coniferous and strongly viable tree. The Korean people regard it as a symbol of their national charateristics–simple yet iron-willed.
The evergreen tree arouses a philosophical feeling of being undaunted even in the face of severe cold and stormy wind.
The Korean people demonstrate their strong spirit by creating many songs and poems about this tree.

DPRK’s National Bird–Goshawk

Westerners regard eagle as a symbol of strength and bravery. In the East, however, hawk is viewed as a symbol of bravery and agility.
Goshawk is the national bird of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea.
It inhabits the mountainous areas in the middle and northern parts of Korea.
Though not so large, it has a well-balanced body, bright eyes, sharp beak and strong claws. It is characterized by fast-flying, shrewdness and resolute temperament.
The bird symbolizes the spirit and will of the Korean people who are advancing vigorously through thick and thin and never flinch in the face of attacks from any formidable enemy.

DPRK’s National Dog–Phungsan

Phungsan is a superior breed unique to Korea. Its native place is the Phungsan area in the northern highlands of Korea. It is not so big but tenacious and nimble. Its fur is white (sometimes yellowish) and its triangle-shaped ears are stiff. Its neck is thick, short and well-developed. It has short and firm legs and runs fast even in a mountain.
Clever and loyal, the dog never betrays its owner. As a good hound, it fights its opponents to the last. It can win the shepherd dog of Europe, which is much bigger than itself.
All the Korean people like this dog.

Source: Consulate General of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea in Hong Kong