Xi Jinping lands in North Korea to meet Kim Jong Un in rare visit
Chinese President Xi Jinping has arrived in North Korea for a rare state visit, marking his first trip to the country in seven years. The leaders emphasized a new historical starting point for bilateral relations between the two nations.
Why it matters
High-level diplomatic engagement between China and North Korea has significant implications for regional security and nuclear non-proliferation efforts.
Chinese President Xi Jinping has received a colourful welcome to Pyongyang for his first visit to North Korea in seven years.
Standard diplomatic reporting on international state visits.
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