Kim Jong-un Makes Surprise China Visit, Crosses Newly Opened Yalu River Bridge: Report

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North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has made an unannounced visit to China, crossing the newly opened New Yalu River Bridge to reach the border city of Dandong, according to South Korean officials and Yonhap News Agency. Kim arrived in Dandong, in China’s northeastern Liaoning province, on Saturday, October 24, marking his first visit to China since September 2025. The trip was not announced in advance, drawing attention amid renewed diplomatic efforts involving Washington, Beijing and Pyongyang. Yonhap initially reported Kim’s arrival, citing a South Korean government source. Subsequent reports said South Korea’s Unification Ministry had confirmed the visit. Yonhap also…

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