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Xi Visits North Korea, Bolsters Alliance

09 June 2026 16:52

Chinese President Xi Jinping visited North Korea for the first time in seven years, meeting Kim Jong Un to bolster their alliance. The summit focused on expanding cooperation in trade, agriculture, construction, and technology.

State media did not mention discussions on North Korea's nuclear program. Experts say Xi aims to restore China's influence over North Korea, which has recently leaned toward Russia.

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