CHINA–NORTH KOREA RELATIONS
Diplomatic and strategic ties between China and North Korea, including high-level visits and Beijing's positioning amid the Pyongyang–Moscow alignment.
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Xi returns from North Korea with no mention of denuclearisation, raising concerns
NHK WORLD中国 習主席が訪朝終え帰国 非核化への言及なしで懸念も
Jun 9, 2026, 08:20 PM
China's President Xi Jinping has wrapped up a two-day visit to North Korea. While the two countries stressed their friendship, it is unclear whether Xi discussed the North's nuclear program with leader Kim Jong Un, and experts worry Beijing may be effectively turning a blind eye to it.
Is Kim Jong-un embarrassing China?
FRANCE 24Kim Jong-un embarrasse-t-il la Chine ?
Jun 9, 2026, 06:20 PM
Chinese President Xi Jinping concluded his first visit to North Korea since 2019, given a lavish welcome by Kim Jong-un. The trip comes as Pyongyang draws closer to Moscow and holds firm on its nuclear program, raising questions about how comfortable Beijing is with its unpredictable ally.
Xi Jinping and Kim Jong Un vow stronger ties as North Korea visit wraps up
BBC WORLDJun 9, 2026, 07:08 AM
Xi Jinping and Kim Jong Un pledged to strengthen ties as Xi wrapped up a two-day visit to Pyongyang, his first official trip to North Korea since 2019. The visit underscored the close alignment between Beijing and Pyongyang.
Friendship or leverage: Why is Xi Jinping in North Korea?
BBC WORLDJun 8, 2026, 02:22 PM
As Xi Jinping visits North Korea, Beijing is seeking to reassert influence over a strategically vital but deeply unpredictable partner. Analysts debate whether the trip reflects genuine friendship or a bid for leverage.
Can Xi bring North Korea closer into Beijing's orbit?
DEUTSCHE WELLEJun 8, 2026, 12:47 PM
Xi Jinping's first trip to North Korea in seven years comes as Pyongyang has drawn closer to Russia, and analysts say Kim Jong Un is likely to seek greater access to China's economic power. The visit tests Beijing's ability to pull North Korea back into its orbit.