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Devi Sukarno Arrives in Pyongyang for Workers’ Party 80th Anniversary Events

North Korean media say she traveled in her capacity as a director of the International Kim Il Sung Prize Council.

Overview

  • State outlets reported she flew into Pyongyang on October 9 to participate in commemorations for the ruling party’s 80th year.
  • The October 10 edition of the Rodong Sinmun published a photograph confirming her arrival.
  • Reports identified her official role with the International Kim Il Sung Prize Council during the visit.
  • Japanese media relayed the North Korean announcements and did not add independently verified details.
  • Coverage noted her long-running ties linked to Kim Il Sung’s relationship with Indonesia’s President Sukarno and her previous visits to North Korea.