Updated at 18:00 KST: North Korean state TV announced during its 17:00 news broadcast that Tuesday night’s New Year’s Eve events in Kim Il Sung Square are scheduled to begin at 23:00 local time.

A large stage has been set up in recent days in the central square of the North Korean capital in preparation for New Year’s Eve celebrations, photos obtained by NK News show.

The event is expected to be similar to last year’s first-everoutdoor concert and light show also held in Pyongyang’s Kim Il Sung Square, which featured appearances from various singers and artists including the