Chinese Premier Li Qiang paid tribute to fallen soldiers of the Chinese People's Volunteer Army (CPV) during a solemn ceremony in Anju, Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), on Friday. The visit coincided with the 75th anniversary of China's participation in the War to Resist U.S. Aggression and Aid Korea, marking a pivotal moment in modern Asian history.
Li laid a wreath at the CPV Martyrs' Cemetery and observed a moment of silence, honoring those who fought alongside DPRK forces from 1950 to 1953. "Seventy-five years ago, these brave soldiers crossed the Yalu River carrying the hopes of our nation," the premier stated, emphasizing their role in defending "peace and justice" during the conflict that reshaped regional geopolitics.
The ceremony highlighted enduring China-DPRK ties, with Li noting the "blood-forged friendship" between the two nations has strengthened under the strategic guidance of both countries' leadership. Jong Myong Su, DPRK Cabinet Vice-Premier, joined Chinese delegation members and embassy staff in the memorial service.
Li's visit included a stop at the China-DPRK Friendship Tower, symbolizing ongoing bilateral cooperation. The premier reaffirmed China's commitment to socialist development and called for preserving the war's legacy: "We must advance our great cause while remembering those who laid the foundation for today's prosperity."
This commemoration comes as China accelerates efforts toward its Second Centenary Goal, with Li underscoring the Communist Party of China's leadership in achieving national rejuvenation. The event serves as both historical reflection and diplomatic gesture, reinforcing China's regional partnerships amid evolving global dynamics.
