Putin meets North Korea's Kim in Beijing

Summary

Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met in Beijing to hold bilateral talks following a military parade marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, discussing strengthened cooperation and military support between their countries.

Key Points
  • Russian President Vladimir Putin met North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in Beijing to begin bilateral talks.
  • They attended a military parade in Beijing marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II.
  • Putin praised North Korean soldiers who fought alongside Russian troops near the Ukraine border.
  • Kim Jong Un highlighted the strengthened strategic partnership and expressed willingness to support Russia further.
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