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Following agreement between North and South Korea, soldiers have begun dismantling loudspeakers used to broadcast propaganda since the end of the Korean War in 1953

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"We pray for your permanent happiness," South Korea's last propaganda broadcast said before the speakers were taken down

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Propaganda billboards - this one praises North Korean leader Kim Jong-il - will also be dismantled

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As part of the agreement to reduce tensions, the two Koreas' navies have made radio contact for the first time

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Flash signals (right) will also be used to keep in touch

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Despite these moves, the border is likely to remain a tense and nervous place for some time.