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North Korea hails nuclear program as party congress opens

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North Korea opened the first congress of its ruling Workers' Party in 36 years on Friday, with Kim Jong Un expected to promote his nuclear program and further consolidate control over the country. Nathan Frandino reports.

Added on the 06/05/2016 15:16:56 - Copyright : Reuters EN

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