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"North Korea and China Unite to Protect Shared Interests in High-Level Diplomatic Talks"
international-relations2 years ago

"North Korea and China Unite to Protect Shared Interests in High-Level Diplomatic Talks"

North Korea and China have agreed to strengthen tactical cooperation and defend common interests during a meeting between North Korean Foreign Minister Choe Son Hui and Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Sun Weidong. This comes as North Korea has been increasing its ties with China and Russia while facing heightened tensions with the United States and South Korea. Both China and Russia have shifted their stance to support Pyongyang's right to self-defense, despite previously voting against North Korea at the U.N. for its ballistic missile and nuclear programs.

"North Korea Announces Putin's Planned Visit Amid Deepening Ties with Russia"
international-relations2 years ago

"North Korea Announces Putin's Planned Visit Amid Deepening Ties with Russia"

North Korea and Russia have agreed to enhance strategic and tactical cooperation to establish a "new multi-polarized international order" amid escalating tensions with the United States. North Korea's Foreign Minister Choe Son Hui's recent meetings with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Moscow resulted in reaffirmed willingness for Putin to visit Pyongyang. The alignment between Pyongyang and Moscow has raised concerns about alleged arms cooperation, while tensions on the Korean Peninsula have escalated, with North Korea using domestic political events to issue provocative threats of nuclear conflict.

China's Xi Strengthening Ties with Vietnam to Counter US Influence
international-relations2 years ago

China's Xi Strengthening Ties with Vietnam to Counter US Influence

China and Vietnam have announced a deal to increase strategic cooperation, following President Joe Biden's praise of the strengthened relationship between the United States and Vietnam. Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Vietnamese leaders and emphasized a "shared future" between the two countries. Analysts suggest that Xi wanted assurances that Vietnam's relationship with the US would not overshadow China's new partnership. The deal could potentially allow China to exploit Vietnam's resources against the US. China and Vietnam have also pledged to work together to mitigate threats from "hostile forces" and seek compromise on maritime differences.

China, Pakistan Conduct Unprecedented Joint Naval Drills in Arabian Sea
military2 years ago

China, Pakistan Conduct Unprecedented Joint Naval Drills in Arabian Sea

China and Pakistan have commenced their largest-ever joint naval drills, known as Sea Guardian-3, aimed at enhancing their capabilities in safeguarding strategic sea lanes and regional peace and stability. The nine-day exercise in the northern Arabian Sea involves the participation of Chinese and Pakistani naval forces, including guided missile destroyers, submarines, and marines. The drills will focus on various training courses, such as formation maneuvering, search and rescue, anti-submarine operations, and professional exchanges. The exercises serve to strengthen the all-weather strategic cooperative partnership between China and Pakistan and contribute to the security of the Indian Ocean region.

"Kim Jong Un's Provocative Display: Banned Missiles Revealed to Russian Minister"
international-relations2 years ago

"Kim Jong Un's Provocative Display: Banned Missiles Revealed to Russian Minister"

Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu accompanied North Korean leader Kim Jong Un to a defense exhibition showcasing North Korea's banned ballistic missiles, in a show of solidarity between the two countries. The visit marks the first major opening up of North Korea to the world since the pandemic. Kim expressed gratitude for the visit and deepening relations with Russia, while Shoigu's inspection of the missiles suggests Russian acceptance of North Korea's nuclear program. The visit also included a meeting with a Chinese delegation, highlighting the commitment to the DPRK-China friendship. The Russian visit raises the possibility of more open support for North Korea, particularly as Russia faces isolation over its actions in Ukraine.

North Korea's Kim Jong Un seeks strategic cooperation with Russia's Putin.
international-relations2 years ago

North Korea's Kim Jong Un seeks strategic cooperation with Russia's Putin.

The United States is concerned that North Korea is planning to deliver more weapons to Russia, despite Pyongyang's denials that it had sold weapons to Russia for its war in Ukraine. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un vowed to bolster strategic cooperation with Moscow, calling for "closer strategic cooperation" with Moscow. The United States had confirmed North Korea had completed an arms delivery, including infantry rockets and missiles, to the Kremlin-backed Wagner mercenary group in November 2022.

North Korea's Kim Jong Un pledges support to Russia's Putin amidst Ukraine conflict.
international-relations2 years ago

North Korea's Kim Jong Un pledges support to Russia's Putin amidst Ukraine conflict.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has pledged to strengthen strategic cooperation with Russia and "hold hands" with President Vladimir Putin in their shared goal of building a powerful country. Kim defended Russia's decision to invade Ukraine and expressed "full support and solidarity." North Korea has sought closer ties with Moscow and blamed the US and the West for the conflict in Ukraine.

Kim and Putin pledge strategic cooperation.
politics2 years ago

Kim and Putin pledge strategic cooperation.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has pledged to strengthen strategic cooperation with Russian President Vladimir Putin in a message marking Russia's National Day, defending Putin's decision to invade Ukraine and calling for closer ties with Moscow. North Korea has sought to forge closer ties with Russia and backed Moscow after it invaded Ukraine last year, blaming the "hegemonic policy" and "high-handedness" of the United States and the West.

Kim and Putin pledge strategic cooperation.
politics2 years ago

Kim and Putin pledge strategic cooperation.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has pledged to strengthen strategic cooperation with Russian President Vladimir Putin, in a message marking Russia's National Day. Kim called for "closer strategic cooperation" with Moscow, "holding hands firmly with the Russian president, in conformity with the common desire of the peoples of the two countries to fulfil the grand goal of building a powerful country." North Korea has sought to forge closer ties with the Kremlin and backed Moscow after it invaded Ukraine last year.