The Democratic People's Republic of Korea is gearing up for the biggest meeting of its ruling party in nearly 40 years.

Leader Kim Jong-Un is expected to deliver a keynote address at the opening of Friday's party congress. Officials in Seoul say the congress will elect a new central committee, which in turn selects the party politburo.

Tomorrow's meeting has attracted extensive international attention, as it is seen as a chance for Kim Jong Un to announce the country's nuclear policy.