North Korea’s economy and public health delegations have visited Russia, emphasizing enhanced bilateral cooperation. Led by Yun Jong-ho and Chon Sol-ryong, these visits aim to discuss economic and health collaboration following a recent treaty and defense talks related to troop support in Ukraine. The Russian foreign ministry delegation had also visited North Korea recently for diplomatic discussions.
North Korean delegations focusing on economy and public health have departed for Russia, indicating a strengthening of bilateral cooperation, according to the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA). The economic delegation, headed by Yun Jong-ho, the external economic relations minister, started its journey from Pyongyang on Monday to possibly discuss enhanced economic partnerships.
Details regarding the specific aims of this visit were not disclosed. Previously, the North Korea-Russia economy cooperation committee convened in Pyongyang in November to address collaboration in various areas, including energy, agriculture, science, technology, public health, and tourism.
A separate public health delegation, led by Minister Chon Sol-ryong, also traveled to Russia the day before the economic team. Since the mutual defense treaty was signed in June between Kim Jong-un and Vladimir Putin, North Korea and Russia’s relationships have expanded significantly, including military support, with North Korea sending troops to assist Russia in its conflict with Ukraine.
On a related note, KCNA reported Tuesday that a Russian foreign ministry delegation, led by Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko, returned from North Korea. The Russian team had conducted meetings with key North Korean officials, including Foreign Minister Choe Son-hui and Vice Foreign Minister Kim Jong-gyu, though specific outcomes from their discussions were not detailed. Expected topics included defense-related issues concerning North Korea’s troop deployments amid proposals for a cease-fire in the ongoing war.
In conclusion, the recent delegations from North Korea to Russia highlight an ongoing commitment to enhance bilateral cooperation in economic and public health sectors. As the two nations deepen their ties through military and diplomatic means, important discussions regarding defense and economic collaborations will be key in shaping their strategic relationship further.
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