China’s Xi Moves To Reassert Influence With Upcoming North Korea Visit
BEIJING/SEOUL — In a significant diplomatic move aimed at strengthening traditional alliances and countering rival influences, Chinese President Xi Jinping will embark on a two-day state visit to North Korea starting June 8, Reuters reported Friday. This marks Xi’s first trip to Pyongyang in nearly seven years and signals a
Amélie McGowan
June 16, 2026
