Kim Jong Un's Beijing Visit: Rebuilding Ties with China

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is visiting China to potentially restore closer ties and seek economic assistance, coinciding with a war anniversary. The visit comes as Kim is expected to arrive in Beijing by train, according to a South Korean lawmaker informed by the nation's spy agency.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Seoul | Updated: 02-09-2025 10:02 IST | Created: 02-09-2025 10:02 IST
Kim Jong Un's Beijing Visit: Rebuilding Ties with China
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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is on a significant diplomatic mission to Beijing, with the aim of mending and enhancing ties between North Korea and China. The visit comes at a time when North Korea is keen on securing economic support from its longstanding ally.

This journey, which coincides with a major war anniversary, underscores the importance of the relationship between the two neighboring nations. Seoul-based reports indicate that Kim Jong Un journeyed over the border into China early on Tuesday.

The leader is anticipated to reach the Chinese capital by train later in the day, as disclosed by South Korean parliamentarian Lee Seong-kweun, who referenced insights from the country's intelligence agency.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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