Turin, 23 March (LaPresse) – Russian President Vladimir Putin has congratulated North Korean leader Kim Jong-un on his re-election as Chairman of the State Affairs Commission. This was reported by the Kremlin. “Dear Comrade Kim Jong-un, please accept my most sincere congratulations on your re-election as Chairman of the State Affairs Commission of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea,” the message reads. “Russia greatly appreciates your personal contribution to strengthening the bonds of friendship and alliance between our countries.”