In pictures: Mass rally in North Korea
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Hundreds of thousands of North Koreans joined a rally marking the end of the Workers' Party Congress, the first in 36 years.
The congress launched a new five-year plan for the economy, which has been hit by some of its strongest sanctions yet after the country's recent nuclear and rocket tests.
Leader Kim Jong-un was elevated to the role of party chairman before greeting the crowds outside.
Onlookers cheered and waved flags at the sight of their leader.
The BBC's Stephen Evans said the applause was "tightly choreographed."
In contrast to the colourful outfits in the parade, soberly dressed high party officials clapped during the rally.
The four-day congress also endorsed the national policy of building nuclear capability, alongside economic development.