Xi Jinping's signed article ahead of his state visit to DPRK - news.cgtn.com

In China and North Korea on 8 June 2026, Chinese President Xi Jinping made a rare state visit to Pyongyang, after publishing a signed article ahead of the trip. Xi said China-DPRK relations face new opportunities and missions, and that the two countries should jointly maintain regional peace and development. According to Asahi Shimbun, the article also voiced opposition to a “revival of militarism”.

North Korea held a welcome ceremony for Xi. Xi vowed unwavering support for Kim Jong Un and willingness to bring ties to “new heights”, and Kim called enhancing ties with China a top priority. Xi and his wife watched an artistic performance. La Repubblica described the trip as a mission to pull Kim away from Russia.