Russian President Putin Makes Historic Visit to North Korea After 24 Years
Russian President Vladimir Putin made a historic visit to Pyongyang, the capital of North Korea, after 24 years. The visit was at the invitation of North Korean President Kim Jong Un, who personally welcomed Putin at Pyongyang Airport. During his visit, Putin and Kim are expected to sign agreements and hold a joint press conference.
Before the official visit, Putin expressed his views on bilateral relations in an article published in the Rodong Sinmun Newspaper, the official publication of the Workers’ Party of Korea. He highlighted the long history of friendship between Russia and North Korea, citing previous significant visits that marked turning points in their relations.
Putin praised Pyongyang for its support to Moscow, especially in international matters. He called for equal dialogue and cooperation on complex issues, emphasizing Russia’s readiness to support North Korea in its struggle for independence and development against external threats.
The Russian President also mentioned the importance of developing alternative trade mechanisms not controlled by the West and building a more democratic and stable international security architecture in Eurasia. Overall, Putin’s visit to North Korea signifies a deepening of ties between the two countries and a commitment to mutual cooperation and support.
