China Reasserts Itself, to Contain North Korea’s Tilt Toward Russia

China's leader, Xi Jinping, made a rare visit to North Korea to reaffirm the alliance between the two countries. Xi's visit aimed to counter North Korea's growing ties with Russia and reassert China's influence over its neighboring nation. By projecting unity, Xi sought to remind Kim Jong-un of China's senior role in their partnership. The visit underscores China's efforts to maintain its position as a key player in regional geopolitics.

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