In a significant diplomatic move, Chinese President Xi Jinping has declared that relations between China and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) have reached a new historical starting point. In a signed article published in Rodong Sinmun, the official newspaper of the DPRK, President Xi emphasized that the bilateral relationship currently faces new development opportunities and carries vital missions for the current era.
The remarks come ahead of President Xi's state visit to the DPRK, marking his first visit to the country in seven years. He underscored that maintaining and developing ties with the DPRK remains an unwavering policy of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and the Chinese government. President Xi expressed China's readiness to steer bilateral relations from a strategic perspective, ensuring the partnership remains contemporary and achieves greater growth.
A key focal point for the two nations is the upcoming 65th anniversary of the China-DPRK Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation and Mutual Assistance. President Xi called for this milestone to serve as a catalyst to strengthen exchanges across party, government, and military institutions, thereby adding fresh impetus to their diplomatic ties. He advocated for deep strategic communication and the maintenance of close contacts, describing the relationship as one between relatives.
Beyond diplomacy, the Chinese leader highlighted the importance of mutual learning in promoting the steady development of their respective socialist paths. He noted that both countries should safeguard their political security and deepen the exchange of experiences regarding state governance.
From an economic and social perspective, President Xi encouraged the expansion of practical cooperation to improve the well-being of both peoples. By aligning development strategies and tapping into untapped potential across various fields, he believes both nations can share opportunities and promote mutual prosperity.
On the global stage, President Xi called for close multilateral coordination to uphold international fairness and justice. He emphasized the importance of safeguarding the international system with the United Nations at its core and the international order based on international law. Furthermore, he stated that both sides should oppose hegemonism and power politics, rejecting any actions aimed at reviving militarism or undermining regional stability.
Closing his message, President Xi urged the two countries to jointly promote an equal and orderly multipolarization of the world and inclusive economic globalization, working together toward the vision of a community with a shared future for humanity.
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Xi says China-DPRK relations face new opportunities, missions
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