National Day in North Korea, also known as Republic Day, is observed on 9 September. It marks the founding of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea in 1948. The day is connected with official ceremonies, public gatherings, parades and state messaging about sovereignty, national identity and the country’s political history.

Event Suggestions:
• Creating a neutral timeline about the founding of North Korea in 1948
• Discussing how national days reflect state history, identity and public memory
• Exploring Korean Peninsula history and cultural context with care and balance