Korea-North

Country Korea-North
Capital Pyongyang
Continent Asia
Currency North Korean won(KPW)
Languages Korean

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Introduction

An independent kingdom for much of its long history, Korea was occupied by Japan beginning in 1905 following the Russo-Japanese War. Five years later, Japan formally annexed the entire peninsula. Following World War II, Korea was split with the northern half coming under Soviet-sponsored Communist control. After failing in the Korean War (1950-53) to conquer the US-backed Republic of Korea (ROK) in the southern portion by force, North Korea (DPRK), under its founder President KIM Il Sung, adopted a policy of ostensible diplomatic and economic "self-reliance" as a check against outside influence. The DPRK demonized the US as the ultimate threat to its social system through state-funded propaganda, and molded political, economic, and military policies around the core ideological objective of eventual unification of Korea under Pyongyang's control. KIM's son, the current ruler KIM Jong Il, was officially designated as his father's successor in 1980, assuming a growing political and managerial role until the elder KIM's death in 1994. After decades of economic mismanagement and resource misallocation, the DPRK since the mid-1990s has relied heavily on international aid to feed its population. North Korea's history of regional military provocations, proliferation of military-related items, long-range missile development, WMD programs including tests of nuclear devices in 2006 and 2009, and massive conventional armed forces are of major concern to the international community.

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China's Xi Jinping and North Korea's Kim Jong Un pledge closer ties as meeting enters second day - follow live - BBC
  1. China's Xi Jinping and North Korea's Kim Jong Un pledge closer ties as meeting enters second day - follow live  BBC
  2. China’s Xi Jinping calls for strengthened ‘strategic cooperation’ with North Korea in rare summit with Kim Jong Un  CNN
  3. China's Xi hails deeper understanding at end of North Korea summit  Reuters

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North Korea says Xi's visit produced 'far-reaching blueprint' for ties - RFINorth Korea says Xi's visit produced 'far-reaching blueprint' for ties  RFI
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China's Xi thanks Kim for successful North Korea visit - aa.com.trChina's Xi thanks Kim for successful North Korea visit  aa.com.tr
Xi Says China-North Korea Ties Enter ‘New Historical Stage’ - StratNews GlobalXi Says China-North Korea Ties Enter ‘New Historical Stage’  StratNews Global
China looks to boost ties with North Korea with an eye on Russia - Al MajallaChina looks to boost ties with North Korea with an eye on Russia  Al Majalla
Xi, Kim express hopes for greater ties between China and North Korea - The HinduXi, Kim express hopes for greater ties between China and North Korea  The Hindu
Analysis: Why China’s Xi wants a ‘brighter’ future with North Korea - CNNAnalysis: Why China’s Xi wants a ‘brighter’ future with North Korea  CNN
What happened when China’s Xi Jinping visited North Korea for first time in 7 years - The Indian ExpressWhat happened when China’s Xi Jinping visited North Korea for first time in 7 years  The Indian Express
Xi's North Korea visit fuels speculation over deeper China-North Korea military cooperation - The Korea HeraldXi's North Korea visit fuels speculation over deeper China-North Korea military cooperation  The Korea Herald
Xi Seeks to Draw North Korea Back Into China’s Orbit - Foreign PolicyXi Seeks to Draw North Korea Back Into China’s Orbit  Foreign Policy
Russia–North Korea Military Cooperation in Response to China’s Tactical Ambiguity - Asia SocietyRussia–North Korea Military Cooperation in Response to China’s Tactical Ambiguity  Asia Society
Xi Jinping arrives in Pyongyang on trip to revitalise China-North Korea ties - The GuardianXi Jinping arrives in Pyongyang on trip to revitalise China-North Korea ties  The Guardian
China, North Korea boast better ties after Xi-Kim talks - dw.comChina, North Korea boast better ties after Xi-Kim talks  dw.com
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The relationship between China and North Korea - NPRThe relationship between China and North Korea  NPR
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China and Russia are competing for influence over North Korea - The EconomistChina and Russia are competing for influence over North Korea  The Economist
North Korea needs China for survival: Why does Beijing need Pyongyang? - Al JazeeraNorth Korea needs China for survival: Why does Beijing need Pyongyang?  Al Jazeera
Russia-North Korea alliance looms over Xi trip - CNNRussia-North Korea alliance looms over Xi trip  CNN
[ED] Xi emboldens Kim Jong-un - The Korea Times[ED] Xi emboldens Kim Jong-un  The Korea Times
Friendship or leverage: Why is Xi Jinping in North Korea? - BBCFriendship or leverage: Why is Xi Jinping in North Korea?  BBC
N. Korea's main newspaper extensively covers Kim-Xi summit - The Korea TimesN. Korea's main newspaper extensively covers Kim-Xi summit  The Korea Times
How significant is Xi Jinping’s visit to North Korea? - Al JazeeraHow significant is Xi Jinping’s visit to North Korea?  Al Jazeera
China, North Korea Mark 65 Years of Treaty, Vow Deeper Strategic Ties - Open MagazineChina, North Korea Mark 65 Years of Treaty, Vow Deeper Strategic Ties  Open Magazine
Xi and Kim Agree to Strengthen ‘Strategic Relationship’ with Socialist Principles - The Diplomat – Asia-PacificXi and Kim Agree to Strengthen ‘Strategic Relationship’ with Socialist Principles  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific
Xi Jinping and Kim Jong Un vow stronger ties as North Korea visit wraps up - BBCXi Jinping and Kim Jong Un vow stronger ties as North Korea visit wraps up  BBC
China’s Xi Jinping arrives in North Korea on rare state visit - Al JazeeraChina’s Xi Jinping arrives in North Korea on rare state visit  Al Jazeera
Asia Minute: Why did Xi Jinping go to North Korea? - Hawaii Public RadioAsia Minute: Why did Xi Jinping go to North Korea?  Hawaii Public Radio
Can China keep North Korea in check? - The SpectatorCan China keep North Korea in check?  The Spectator
Xi Cements Sway Over North Korea as Kim Names China Top Priority - BloombergXi Cements Sway Over North Korea as Kim Names China Top Priority  Bloomberg
EDITORIAL: China calls for peace but stays silent on North Korea’s nukes - ????EDITORIAL: China calls for peace but stays silent on North Korea’s nukes  ????
How China keeps North Korea's economy alive - dw.comHow China keeps North Korea's economy alive  dw.com
Video. Xi Jinping meets Kim Jong Un as China and North Korea tighten alliance - Euronews.comVideo. Xi Jinping meets Kim Jong Un as China and North Korea tighten alliance  Euronews.com
Why is Chinese President Xi Jinping visiting North Korea now? - Al JazeeraWhy is Chinese President Xi Jinping visiting North Korea now?  Al Jazeera
Xi Jinping and Kim Jong Un vow to deepen China–North Korea ties after Pyongyang visit - Daily PioneerXi Jinping and Kim Jong Un vow to deepen China–North Korea ties after Pyongyang visit  Daily Pioneer
What we know about Chinese leader’s visit to North Korea - Hong Kong Free Press HKFPWhat we know about Chinese leader’s visit to North Korea  Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
Xi’s Calculated Return To North Korea – Analysis - Eurasia ReviewXi’s Calculated Return To North Korea – Analysis  Eurasia Review
Editorial | Strength of North Korea-China relationship clear on Xi Jinping’s visit - South China Morning PostEditorial | Strength of North Korea-China relationship clear on Xi Jinping’s visit  South China Morning Post
Xi Jinping lands in North Korea for Kim Jong Un meeting - Financial TimesXi Jinping lands in North Korea for Kim Jong Un meeting  Financial Times
China's Xi says he reached important consensus with Kim in North Korea visit, KCNA reports - YahooChina's Xi says he reached important consensus with Kim in North Korea visit, KCNA reports  Yahoo
What Xi and Kim Want From Their Summit in North Korea - WSJWhat Xi and Kim Want From Their Summit in North Korea  WSJ
Analysis: Chinese President Xi's silence on nuclear arms is a gift to North Korea's Kim Jong Un - AP NewsAnalysis: Chinese President Xi's silence on nuclear arms is a gift to North Korea's Kim Jong Un  AP News
Can Xi bring North Korea closer into Beijing's orbit? - dw.comCan Xi bring North Korea closer into Beijing's orbit?  dw.com
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North Korea Continues To Display Their Force With Recent Missile Launch - The Organization for World PeaceNorth Korea Continues To Display Their Force With Recent Missile Launch  The Organization for World Peace
Behind the Pageantry in Pyongyang With Xi and Kim - The New York TimesBehind the Pageantry in Pyongyang With Xi and Kim  The New York Times
Summit shows China more focused on countering US influence than curbing NK nukes: experts - The Korea TimesSummit shows China more focused on countering US influence than curbing NK nukes: experts  The Korea Times
Why It’s Harder for China to Keep North Korea in Line - BloombergWhy It’s Harder for China to Keep North Korea in Line  Bloomberg
China's President Xi returns home after closely watched trip to North Korea - Decatur DailyChina's President Xi returns home after closely watched trip to North Korea  Decatur Daily
What was left unsaid may be biggest takeaway from Xi-Kim summit - The Japan TimesWhat was left unsaid may be biggest takeaway from Xi-Kim summit  The Japan Times
China's Xi to visit North Korea for first time in seven years as Beijing tests its influence over Kim - CNBCChina's Xi to visit North Korea for first time in seven years as Beijing tests its influence over Kim  CNBC
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North Korea Adopts Policy For Nuclear Strike If Kim Jong Un Is Killed: Report - NDTVNorth Korea Adopts Policy For Nuclear Strike If Kim Jong Un Is Killed: Report  NDTV
Xi Jinping says China’s support for North Korea and Kim Jong-un is ‘unwavering’ - South China Morning PostXi Jinping says China’s support for North Korea and Kim Jong-un is ‘unwavering’  South China Morning Post
The New York Times. . China’s top leader, Xi Jinping, arrived in North Korea on Monday and delivered what analysts said was a subtle reminder to the country’s newly emboldened dictator, Kim Jong-un, that China is his most important benefactor, economic p - facebook.comThe New York Times. . China’s top leader, Xi Jinping, arrived in North Korea on Monday and delivered what analysts said was a subtle reminder to the country’s newly emboldened dictator, Kim Jong-un, that China is his most important benefactor, economic p  facebook.com
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China’s Xi, North Korea’s Kim pledge to boost ties at rare Pyongyang summit - Al JazeeraChina’s Xi, North Korea’s Kim pledge to boost ties at rare Pyongyang summit  Al Jazeera
Has Xi Jinping’s North Korea visit helped cement China’s vital role? - South China Morning PostHas Xi Jinping’s North Korea visit helped cement China’s vital role?  South China Morning Post
Xi and Kim push for greater ties between China and North Korea - AP NewsXi and Kim push for greater ties between China and North Korea  AP News
XI Jinping Looking to Bring North Korea Back Into China’s Orbit: Analyst - Center for a New American Security | CNASXI Jinping Looking to Bring North Korea Back Into China’s Orbit: Analyst  Center for a New American Security | CNAS
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What to know about a rare visit by China’s Xi to North Korea for talks with Kim Jong Un - AP NewsWhat to know about a rare visit by China’s Xi to North Korea for talks with Kim Jong Un  AP News
China’s President Xi returns home after closely watched trip to North Korea - AP NewsChina’s President Xi returns home after closely watched trip to North Korea  AP News
China’s Xi says he reached important consensus with Kim in North Korea visit, KCNA reports - InternazionaleChina’s Xi says he reached important consensus with Kim in North Korea visit, KCNA reports  Internazionale
Xi Jinping Sidesteps Denuclearization in North Korea, Touts 'Traditional Friendship' - JAPAN ForwardXi Jinping Sidesteps Denuclearization in North Korea, Touts 'Traditional Friendship'  JAPAN Forward
North Korea says Xi's visit produced 'far-reaching blueprint' for ties - The Manila TimesNorth Korea says Xi's visit produced 'far-reaching blueprint' for ties  The Manila Times
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Xi Jinping says China, North Korea reached “important understandings” - Caliber.AzXi Jinping says China, North Korea reached “important understandings”  Caliber.Az
Xi Jinping completed a rare North Korea visit, Kim Jong Un agreed to expand cooperation - mezha.netXi Jinping completed a rare North Korea visit, Kim Jong Un agreed to expand cooperation  mezha.net
Kim Jong Un hosts Xi Jinping from a position of rare strength - NBC NewsKim Jong Un hosts Xi Jinping from a position of rare strength  NBC News
China’s Xi to Visit North Korea After Meetings With Trump, Putin - Kyiv PostChina’s Xi to Visit North Korea After Meetings With Trump, Putin  Kyiv Post
Is China giving up on denuclearising North Korea? - ThinkChinaIs China giving up on denuclearising North Korea?  ThinkChina
China, North Korea mum on North's nuclear program after summit - nhk.or.jpChina, North Korea mum on North's nuclear program after summit  nhk.or.jp
Xi leaves North Korea with renewed signs of China’s influence - thestar.com.myXi leaves North Korea with renewed signs of China’s influence  thestar.com.my
Peeking into North Korea: Rare glimpses of daily life from across the border - ReutersPeeking into North Korea: Rare glimpses of daily life from across the border  Reuters
China’s Xi Jinping arrives in North Korea after hailing everlasting friendship - South China Morning PostChina’s Xi Jinping arrives in North Korea after hailing everlasting friendship  South China Morning Post
Xi Jinping drops big Taiwan invasion hint, checks ally North Korea's weapons for war during trip? | Videos - Hindustan TimesXi Jinping drops big Taiwan invasion hint, checks ally North Korea's weapons for war during trip? | Videos  Hindustan Times
North Korea bans border gatherings, criminalizes talk of South Korea - DailyNKNorth Korea bans border gatherings, criminalizes talk of South Korea  DailyNK
China's Xi vows unwavering support for North Korea's Kim in rare Pyongyang visit - ReutersChina's Xi vows unwavering support for North Korea's Kim in rare Pyongyang visit  Reuters
Kim, Xi vow stronger North Korea-China ties, silent on denuclearization - The Korea HeraldKim, Xi vow stronger North Korea-China ties, silent on denuclearization  The Korea Herald
Analysis: Chinese President Xi's silence on nuclear arms is a gift to North Korea's Kim Jong Un - Sentinel ColoradoAnalysis: Chinese President Xi's silence on nuclear arms is a gift to North Korea's Kim Jong Un  Sentinel Colorado
Kim Jong-Un 'at the top of his game' as North Korea to boost ties with China - France 24Kim Jong-Un 'at the top of his game' as North Korea to boost ties with China  France 24
Xi calls on China, North Korea to consolidate trust, boost practical cooperation - African News AgencyXi calls on China, North Korea to consolidate trust, boost practical cooperation  African News Agency