North Korean economic and public health delegations have visited Russia, indicating growing bilateral cooperation. The economic group, led by Yun Jong-ho, seeks to enhance cooperation following recent discussions in Pyongyang. Meanwhile, a health delegation headed by Minister Chon Sol-ryong also embarked on a visit, reflecting intensified ties post the mutual defense treaty with Russia.
Recent reports indicate that North Korean delegations focusing on economic and public health matters have embarked on a visit to Russia, highlighting increased bilateral cooperation. The economic delegation, under the guidance of Yun Jong-ho, the external economic relations minister, departed Pyongyang on Monday, as reported by the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA). While specific details of the visit were not disclosed, discussions on enhancing economic collaboration are anticipated.
This visit follows the recent convening of the North Korea-Russia economic cooperation committee in Pyongyang in November, which explored areas such as energy, agriculture, science and technology, public health, and tourism. Additionally, another public health delegation, led by Minister Chon Sol-ryong, also left for Russia on the preceding day, further emphasizing the importance of health-related exchanges between the nations.
Since the establishment of a mutual defense treaty in June, signed by North Korean leader Kim Jong-un and Russian President Vladimir Putin, relations between the two countries have expanded across various sectors. Notably, North Korea has sent thousands of troops to support Russia amid its ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Furthermore, the KCNA reported that a Russian delegation, spearheaded by Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko, returned to Russia after discussions in North Korea with Foreign Minister Choe Son-hui and Vice Foreign Minister Kim Jong-gyu.
In summary, the recent visits by North Korean delegations to Russia signify a strengthening of relations and potential collaboration in economic and public health sectors. This development, following the mutual defense treaty and previous meetings, illustrates the increasing partnership between North Korea and Russia amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. Future discussions may yield significant outcomes for both nations.
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