Kim Jong Un is expected to visit Beijing, China next week and participate in a military parade. Putin will also be attending this event. Amidst rising tensions between the US and North Korea, this visit is considered quite significant.
China: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is scheduled to visit Beijing, the capital of China, next week. This trip is considered particularly noteworthy because Kim rarely undertakes foreign travels. This time, he will participate in China's grand military parade being held to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. Chinese and North Korean state media confirmed this on Thursday. The parade is scheduled for September 3 and will be attended by leaders from several countries.
Putin Will Also Be Present
Russian President Vladimir Putin will also be present at this military parade. Putin's presence is already a topic of discussion given the close ties between Russia and China. Now, Kim Jong Un's attendance will make this event even more significant. China has stated that a total of 26 countries' leaders will participate in the parade. This event is considered a major platform for China to showcase its strength on the international stage.
Xi Jinping's Invitation
North Korea's official news agency has reported that Kim Jong Un received a special invitation from Chinese President Xi Jinping. Following this invitation, Kim decided to participate in the parade. It is also worth noting that this will be Kim Jong Un's first visit to China since 2019. His presence at this ceremony signals a new era in North Korea-China relations.
Increased Concern for the United States
Kim Jong Un's visit comes at a time when relations between North Korea and the United States are extremely tense. North Korea has already made it clear that it has no intention of restoring any kind of diplomatic relations with the United States or South Korea. Despite this, US President Donald Trump and South Korean President Lee Jae-myung have repeatedly expressed their desire for talks. However, North Korea's growing closeness with China and Russia is seen as a new challenge for the United States on the diplomatic front.
Strengthening China-North Korea Relations
China has long been North Korea's largest trading partner and main supporter. This visit by Kim Jong Un signals a further strengthening of relations between the two countries. Trade and military cooperation between China and North Korea are already b, but this partnership appears to be deepening amidst growing tensions with the United States and Western countries in recent years.
Distance from Western Countries
The presence of leaders from the United States or any major Western European country is not expected at this ceremony organized by China. Differences between Russia and Western countries persist over the Ukraine war. Because of this, Western countries have decided to distance themselves from this parade. In such a situation, the unity of China, Russia, and North Korea could create new equations in international politics.
