Historic Alliance: Kim Jong Un and Putin Sign Strategic Partnership Treaty 🤝
In a landmark move that could reshape regional dynamics, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) and Russia have inked the Treaty on Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. The signing took place on Wednesday during Russian President Vladimir Putin's state visit to Pyongyang, according to the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA).
The treaty elevates the relationship between the two nations to a new level of alliance. Kim Jong Un, the general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea and president of the State Affairs of the DPRK, hailed it as \"the most powerful treaty in the history of the DPRK-Russia relations.\"
President Putin described the agreement as an \"actual breakthrough document,\" expressing both countries' desire to enhance bilateral ties. The treaty includes a clause stipulating mutual support if either signatory is invaded, and Russia does not rule out military technical cooperation under this agreement, as reported by the KCNA.
The two leaders engaged in a private conversation that lasted over two hours, reaching a consensus on building a comprehensive strategic partnership and defending regional and global peace. Earlier, they held an extended meeting with senior officials, where Kim reaffirmed the DPRK's full support for Russia's special military operations in Ukraine.
The visit was marked by high-profile events, including a welcoming ceremony at Kim Il Sung Square and a grand performance. The DPRK also awarded President Putin the Order of Kim Il Sung, the nation's highest honor, and hosted a banquet in his honor. 🍲🎖️
Additional agreements were signed concerning the construction of a motorcar bridge over the River Tuman, which borders both countries, and cooperation in public health, medical education, and science.
President Putin concluded his visit on Wednesday night, with Kim Jong Un seeing him off at Pyongyang International Airport. The newly forged alliance between the DPRK and Russia signals a significant shift in the geopolitical landscape of the region. 🌏
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DPRK, Russia sign comprehensive strategic partnership agreement: KCNA
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