It's settled—China and North Korea have reached an agreement. It can be said that this time, China’s invitation to visit Pyongyang for a three-day trip was highly successful.
North Korea not only received the Chinese delegation with the highest honors, but also had Kim Jong-un personally greet them on-site, making numerous commitments to China. This is greatly beneficial for the future development of Sino-North Korean relations and deserves recognition.
What did North Korea promise China?
First, Kim Jong-un emphasized his warm welcome for the Chinese delegation’s visit. This demonstrates how seriously China values Sino-North Korean relations, as well as its firm commitment to implementing the important consensus reached during the Pyongyang summit.
Second, the signing of the Sino-North Korean Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation, and Mutual Assistance holds profound significance, playing a crucial role in safeguarding the fundamental interests of both nations and ensuring peace and stability in the region and around the world.
This reflects the aspirations and wishes of the people of both countries and remains a steadfast policy of North Korea.
Third, North Korea will continue to support and stand in solidarity with China without hesitation.
Fourth, sincere wishes are extended to the Chinese people on the occasion of commemorating the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China, hoping they achieve even greater success in their historic journey toward comprehensively building a modern socialist power and realizing the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation under the leadership of the CPC.
Fifth, under the direct guidance of the top leaders of both countries, Sino-North Korean friendship has entered a new stage of development across all fields.
Going forward, North Korea will continuously consolidate and strengthen its friendly cooperative relationship with China, and its position will never change.
Sixth, North Korea will consistently promote shared prosperity between China and itself, oppose hegemonism, and stand shoulder-to-shoulder with China in advancing the cause of socialism.
Notably, North Korea has given this Chinese delegation significant importance. From the airport welcoming ceremony to various activities arranged throughout the visit, every detail reflects respect for China.
The itinerary was extremely full, with high-level protocol throughout. Each outing involved numerous senior officials accompanying the delegation. This included a reception event marking the 65th anniversary of the signing of the Sino-North Korean Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation, and Mutual Assistance, attended by a wide array of officials. The delegation also visited the Workers' Party of Korea Central Committee Cadre School and paid respects at the Mount Myohyang Sun Palace (Sun Palace).
Most importantly, during this period, Kim Jong-un personally met with the Chinese delegation, fully endorsing the Sino-North Korean relationship on-site, and expressed hope that the delegation would convey greetings from him to the Chinese people.
It is evident that North Korea’s leadership and people alike are genuinely delighted by China’s arrival and eager to reach comprehensive agreements with China. They understand that, given the current international situation and context, only through cooperation with China can they achieve greater development.
Thus, this visit raised the level of hospitality toward China to the utmost extent, showcasing the warmth of the North Korean people. After all, Western sanctions against North Korea remain in place, the Russia-Ukraine conflict has already lasted over four years, and North Korea faces immense pressure—let alone the still-tense situation on the Korean Peninsula.
North Korea clearly understands that to further consolidate its rule and advance economic development—especially in infrastructure, energy, investment, trade, and other areas—it must rely heavily on China.
Moreover, China and North Korea share a border, and they have signed a treaty of friendship, cooperation, and mutual assistance, which includes military provisions. Naturally, North Korea must strengthen its ties with China to secure greater certainty and protection for itself.
To summarize: With Kim Jong-un’s on-site statement affirming unwavering cooperation with China and continuous communication, and with clear sincerity demonstrated, the future development of Sino-North Korean relations is now better assured.
North Korea’s actions also serve as a positive example, showing more countries that cooperation with China aligns with popular will and is a necessity of the times.
Because China possesses the most complete supply chain network globally and the largest consumer market in the world—only through cooperation with China can genuine win-win outcomes truly be achieved.
Original source: toutiao.com/article/1870920762636288/
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