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Kim Jong Un Vows to Deepen Ties with Russia in Message to Putin

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2 sources · South Korea · 1 of them is linked to a state

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  • Yonhap South Korea · Centre · State-affiliated · Cooperative; statutory national agency with state subsidy
  • The Korea Herald South Korea · Centre-right · Herald Corporation (Yeongpoong Group)

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has pledged to expand and deepen joint work with Moscow in a message to Russian President Vladimir Putin. According to the Korean Central News Agency, Kim expressed deep thanks to Putin for a congratulatory message marking North Korea's 78th founding anniversary on September 9. Kim stated that North Korea's will remains firm to expand cooperation in a comprehensive way based on friendship, good neighborliness, and alliance.

While Kim did not specify the exact nature of the joint work, reports indicate it likely refers to deepening military and economic cooperation. Kim noted that the two nations are writing a new biography of their alliance during an uneven historical storm and promised unwavering support for Russia in its war against Ukraine.

The two countries signed a comprehensive strategic partnership treaty in June 2024 during Putin's visit to Pyongyang. This treaty requires providing military assistance without delay if either side is attacked. Pyongyang has already sent conventional weapons and thousands of troops to Russia to support the war effort in Ukraine.

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The report focused on the official statements and the strategic context of the military and economic ties.
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The report mirrored the factual account of the diplomatic exchange and the military partnership.

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