China and North Korea: Strengthening Ties Amid Global Tensions
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi commended North Korea's achievements despite Western opposition, during his visit to Pyongyang. Wang and North Korea's Choe Son Hui praised their leaders for enhancing bilateral ties. The two countries aim to fortify their relationship further amid global challenges and economic pressures post-COVID-19.
In a show of solidarity, China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi lauded North Korea's resilience against Western opposition during his recent visit to Pyongyang, reported the North's official KCNA news agency.
During the visit, both Wang and his North Korean counterpart, Choe Son Hui, celebrated their countries' leaders for fostering closer ties. They vowed to strengthen these relations further for mutual benefits.
The meeting signifies efforts by China and North Korea to reopen an active political and economic partnership that waned amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Strategic relations with Russia and forthcoming talks with the US are also on the agenda.
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