China and North Korea pledge closer cooperation in politics, economy and culture during Xi’s first visit to Pyongyang in seven years.
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PYONGYANG: Chinese President Xi Jinping and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un have agreed to expand cooperation and deepen strategic communication during a high-level summit in Pyongyang, state media reported.
The two leaders discussed strengthening ties across political, economic and cultural sectors and pledged to increase high-level exchanges between the two countries.
Xi, on his first visit to North Korea in seven years, said he aimed to advance bilateral relations and reinforce long-term cooperation.
Kim reaffirmed support for China’s “One China” policy, which asserts Beijing’s claim over Taiwan, while both sides emphasised closer coordination on strategic issues.
According to state media, the leaders also attended cultural events and symbolic ceremonies highlighting the long-standing friendship between the two countries.
Analysts say both sides presented the meeting differently, with China focusing on practical cooperation and North Korea emphasising equality in the relationship.
China remains North Korea’s most important trade partner, and the visit is expected to support further economic engagement and regional coordination.
However, analysts noted that sensitive issues such as North Korea’s nuclear programme were not publicly addressed in official statements.
