Left Review Online July 19, 2021
On July 30, 1946, the Law on Sex Equality was promulgated in north Korea. Having stipulated in the law that women enjoy the equal social status as men, the country guaranteed this through the people-oriented democratic constitution adopted in 1948 and the Socialist Constitution of the Democratic People’s Republic...more
Havana (July13). Cuba is not alone, as evidenced by the several messages of solidarity coming from different parts of the world in support of its revolutionary process and against destabilizing attempts. The Bolivian foreign ministry, for example, called on the international community to put an end to the...more
A declaration rang out in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea that it will build itself into a powerful and prosperous socialist country in which all the people are living happily, drawing the attention of the international community. Many people of the world doubt if the country’s dream...more
When I consider the momentous occasion and remarkable achievements as we recognize the centennial of the Communist Party of China (CPC), I remember the day I unexpectedly arrived in China for the first time. It was 1999 and my friend in Los Angeles was from Chongqing. He had...more
Dear members of the Korean Children’s Union across the country, Dear delegates to the Joint National Meeting held in celebration of the 66th anniversary of the founding of the KCU, I am very happy and pleased today to see you, our proud KCU delegates, who have come from...more
The North-South Joint Statement, which was published on the fourth of this month, is getting a prolonged and hearty response from the public at home and abroad. Everyone in the north and south, and overseas compatriots longing for the reunification of the country, are in a state of...more
Editor's Note: "China has displayed no military hostility to the EU. Most Europeans see China as an ally or necessary partner. The EU is spending more on militarization than China. Where is the evidence it's China that is the aggressor?" This was recently tweeted by Clare Daly (Daly), an...more
How are you, Ms. Mun? You said the medical treatment you have received during your current visit to your homeland has been effective. The traditional Korean clothes you are wearing today make you look much younger. Six years have passed since I saw you last. I remember shaking...more
Your Excellencies leaders of political parties, Ladies and Gentlemen, Friends, It gives me great pleasure to join you, leaders of more than 500 political parties, political and other organisations from over 160 countries as well as the ten thousand and more representatives of political parties and various circles,...more
Kim Il Sung (1912-1994), eternal President of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, was a great man born of the 20th century. Everyone, be he a statesman or a commoner in the East or West, was attracted to him at first sight. What was his charisma? First Impression...more
Addressing a grand ceremony to celebrate the centennial of the Communist Party of China (CPC) at Tian'anmen Square in Beijing on Thursday marked by palpable joy and thundering cheers of a large crowd representing all sectors of Chinese society, Xi Jinping, general secretary of the CPC Central Committee,...more
Comrades and friends, Today, the first of July, is a great and solemn day in the history of both the Communist Party of China (CPC) and the Chinese nation. We gather here to join all Party members and Chinese people of all ethnic groups around the country in...more
As Chinese people across the country celebrate the remarkable achievements of the Communist Party of China (CPC) over the past century and look forward to another glorious century on Thursday, a sobering reminder of the Party's original mission has also become omnipresent amid a joyful festive atmosphere. "Remaining...more
Editor's Note: Born during one of the most turbulent times in Chinese history, the Communist Party of China (CPC) has led the Chinese people to build a new China from nothing in its 100-year development. What is the CPC? Who are the CPC members? Here are some facts you...more
Editor's Note: The Communist Party of China (CPC), overcoming various difficulties and challenges, has led the remarkable achievements of national construction as well as the colossal transformation of China from a rural, agrarian society to an urban, industrial and post-industrial power. Decoding the CPC's success, scholars from both...more