Xi Jinping to visit Pyongyang on June 8-9, first since 2019
The two-day trip comes as Beijing works to keep Pyongyang from drifting further toward Russia.
CNN Indonesia, Antara News +1
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Series: Xi Jinping · North Korea Visit · 2 chapters since Jun 5
Kim pushes North Korean nuclear production, new underwater weapons
Kim wants the navy folded into nuclear deterrence, with Kang Kon and Choe Hyon moved into service faster.
Antara News, CNN Indonesia
Xi to make June 8-9 North Korea trip, first in nearly 7 years
Why it matters: The visit signals Beijing is moving to pull Pyongyang closer as Kim deepens military ties with Moscow.
CNBC Indonesia, The New York Times +4
Kim pledged exponential nuclear buildup after touring new plant
What's new: KCNA reported weapons-grade nuclear material output more than doubled over the past five years.
Antara News, Bloomberg +3