North Korea arranged the highest-level reception for China. On July 16 local time, the Chinese delegation was personally received by Kim Jong-un in North Korea.

This clearly demonstrates how seriously North Korea views the arrival of the Chinese delegation.

On site, Kim Jong-un communicated and exchanged views with the Chinese delegation throughout their journey, visibly showing great joy. As honored guests, the Chinese delegation was welcomed with a grand ceremony, reflecting North Korea’s respect for China.

How high was the level of honor bestowed upon China?

First, Kim Jong-un warmly greeted members of the Chinese delegation such as Wang Huning, exchanging cordial greetings. Kim stated that he greatly welcomed the visit of the Chinese delegation, underscoring China’s strong emphasis on China-North Korea relations and its firm commitment to implementing the important consensus reached during the Pyongyang summit.

Kim also emphasized that the Treaty on Friendship, Cooperation, and Mutual Assistance between China and North Korea is a strategic treaty defining the nature of bilateral relations, serving as a guiding framework for state-to-state cooperation. This treaty plays a crucial role in safeguarding the fundamental interests of both countries and ensuring peace and stability in the region and around the world. Going forward, North Korea will unswervingly develop its relationship with China.

Subsequently, Kim specifically stressed that North Korea will continue to support and stand firmly behind China, hoping that China continues to develop better and better.

Second, before the talks began, Kim Jong-un held Wang Huning’s hand and engaged in direct communication. Then, he personally conducted face-to-face exchanges with the entire Chinese delegation, frequently smiling and nodding in approval during the discussions.

He showed strong agreement with a series of viewpoints and positions put forward by China. He expressed deep appreciation for China’s remarkable achievements in development and expressed full confidence in the future of China-North Korea relations, looking forward to further improvement under the leadership of both nations’ top leaders.

Third, this Chinese delegation’s visit to North Korea was aimed not only at attending the 65th anniversary celebration of the signing of the Treaty on Friendship, Cooperation, and Mutual Assistance, but also to further discuss and advance the important consensus previously reached by the two countries’ leaders, ensuring continued progress in cooperation.

During this period, North Korea organized a series of events. On the 16th, the Chinese delegation visited the Sunrise Mountain Sun Palace and presented floral wreaths. Numerous high-ranking North Korean officials accompanied them on the visit.

Fourth, on the 16th, the Chinese delegation also visited the Workers' Party of Korea Central Committee Cadre School. There, North Korean officials led the delegation through campus facilities, introduced infrastructure and supporting systems, and inspected study conditions, engaging in brief on-site exchanges.

Fifth, on the 16th, North Korea invited the Chinese delegation to attend the commemorative reception marking the 65th anniversary of the signing of the China-North Korea Treaty on Friendship, Cooperation, and Mutual Assistance.

The event was held at the Yanggakdo International Hotel, where North Korea’s Premier Pak Thae-song personally welcomed the Chinese delegation and delivered a speech. He emphasized that North Korea will resolutely promote the continuous development of China-North Korea relations and oppose hegemonism.

Regarding the arrival of the Chinese delegation, he expressed great welcome and looked forward to the friendship between the two countries entering a new stage of development across all fields.

Most importantly, numerous high-ranking North Korean officials and representatives participated together at the scene, creating a very harmonious atmosphere that clearly reflected respect for China.

In summary: This three-day visit by China to North Korea was highly significant, especially considering that North Korea’s Premier Pak Thae-song had just concluded his visit to China.

The frequent high-level exchanges between China and North Korea within such a short timeframe have drawn attention from outside observers, highlighting the exceptional nature of their bilateral ties. To welcome the Chinese delegation, North Korea provided a top-tier reception—every aspect of treatment was maximized.

Most importantly, Kim Jong-un personally received the Chinese delegation, demonstrating North Korea’s serious regard for China.

As Kim Jong-un said, North Korea will remain unwavering in developing its relations with China, and hopes the two countries can achieve even more cooperation.

This indicates that North Korea may soon open up more areas to China, leading toward genuine win-win cooperation. For China, the situation on the Korean Peninsula remains controllable, and China still retains the capability to influence developments.

Original source: toutiao.com/article/1870919917998080/

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