Moscow: North Korea’s Foreign Minister, Choe Son-hui, emphasized the growing strategic significance of the country’s relationship with Russia during her visit to Moscow, as reported by state media. The visit, which marks a significant diplomatic engagement, underscores the deepening ties between the two nations against a backdrop of intense international political challenges.

According to Yonhap News Agency, Choe Son-hui made her remarks during a ceremony at Moscow’s Yaroslavl Railway Station, commemorating the North Korean founder Kim Il-sung’s first official visit to the former Soviet Union. This event marked the Korean Central News Agency’s first coverage of Choe’s ongoing visit to Russia, highlighting the strengthening of bilateral relations.

Choe attributed the enhanced strategic importance of DPRK-Russia relations to the close rapport between North Korean leader Kim Jong-un and Russian President Vladimir Putin. She expressed confidence in Russia’s efforts to establish a new international order and ple
dged North Korea’s support for Russia in its conflict with Ukraine.

Addressing the gathering, Choe emphasized the enduring friendship and unity between North Korea and Russia, which she believes will continue to flourish in the new era. Her statements were echoed by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, who highlighted the accelerating cooperation between the two countries across various fields. Lavrov mentioned a recently signed treaty on comprehensive strategic partnership, which is now in practical implementation.

Choe’s visit to Russia, which began on Tuesday, also involved discussions with Lavrov about the security situation on the Korean Peninsula. She noted the necessity for Pyongyang to enhance its nuclear readiness in response to current geopolitical tensions. The visit has been marked by significant diplomatic exchanges, emphasizing the evolving dynamics of North Korea’s foreign relations in the region.