Members of the New York Philharmonic prepare to board at the airport in Pyongyang, capital of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), February 27, 2008. The New York Philharmonic left for Seoul after an unprecedented orchestra performance in Pyongyang on Tuesday night. As the first cultural exchange event between the DPRK and the United States, the concert is widely regarded as an opportunity for both sides to build mutual trust and understanding. (Xinhua) |