The Denuclearization Surrender
China’s demand that North Korea disarm was also its leverage. Xi gave up both, just as Kim turns to confront Washington.
North Korea
Xi’s Silence On North Korea’s Nuclear Program Draws Attention
During his first trip to Pyongyang in seven years, Xi notably refrained from publicly criticizing North Korea’s nuclear weapons program, a move analysts view as a significant signal of Beijing’s current priorities.
How China Is Expanding Its Strategic Partnership With Kim Jong Un
During talks in Pyongyang, Xi called for expanded collaboration in trade, agriculture, technology, healthcare and security affairs
China And North Korea Vow Stronger Strategic Ties
Xi told Kim that China’s commitment to its longstanding partnership with North Korea would not change regardless of shifts in the international environment.
Why Is Xi Jinping Visiting North Korea After Seven Years
The trip highlights Beijing’s effort to reaffirm its influence over North Korea, despite Pyongyang’s increasingly close military and political ties with Russia
