North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has arrived in Beijing, reportedly to attend celebrations marking 70 years of the founding of China’s People’s Liberation Army and potentially discuss regional security concerns with President Xi Jinping.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrived in Beijing Tuesday by armored train, his first visit to China in six years, state media confirmed. The trip coincides with the 70th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Liberation Army and speculation centers on potential discussions with President Xi Jinping regarding denuclearization efforts and the evolving geopolitical landscape in Northeast Asia. This visit follows a period of heightened military activity in the region and comes as both nations navigate complex relationships with the United States.
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