Xi and Kim Forge New Chapter in Sino-Korean Relations

Chinese President Xi Jinping, in a message post-visit to North Korea, highlighted an “important consensus” reached with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un to safeguard regional and global peace, reported KCNA. Xi stressed their shared commitment towards deeper ties, discussing various regional issues and agreeing on long-term bilateral cooperation, according to the full message aired on KCNA. Both leaders pledged to enhance political, economic, and cultural collaboration, aiming for a steady development of their nations’ partnership. The state visit marks Xi’s first in seven years to Pyongyang and was flagged as a successful endeavor; Xi said it had opened a…