Xi Jinping, Kim Jong Un pledge stronger China-North
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- Xi Jinping holds summit with Kim Jong Un in Pyongyang, pledging to advance China-North Korea relations during his first visit in seven years
- Kim Jong Un reaffirms support for the 'One China principle' and commits to deepening political, economic, and cultural cooperation with Beijing
- Xi Jinping and Kim attend joint cultural performance and banquet, where Xi declares bilateral ties have reached a 'new historical starting point' on the 65th anniversary of their treaty
- North Korean state media reports extensive displays of friendship but omits any mention of discussions on Pyongyang's nuclear program or U.S. relations
Why it matters: China reinforces its influence in Pyongyang at a time when U.S.-North Korea diplomacy remains stalled, giving Beijing greater leverage in any future denuclearization talks — though no concrete steps toward disarmament were announced.
