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Kim Jong-un crosses newly opened bridge into China
Publication: World news | The Guardian
Author: Raphael Rashid in Seoul
Source published: 24/10/2026, 09:34:40 UTC
Briefing created: 24/10/2026, 13:09:55 UTC
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Briefings
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un crossed the newly opened New Yalu River Bridge into China on Saturday to meet a senior Communist party member. The bridge connects the two nations, and Kim expressed hope to expand cooperation with his neighbor. This event occurred in Dandong, China, where the North Korean leader arrived after the crossing.
Key points
- Kim Jong-un crossed the New Yalu River Bridge into China on Saturday to meet a senior Communist party member.
- The bridge connects the two countries, and Kim expressed hope to expand cooperation with his neighbor.
Context
South Korea's unification ministry and China's Xinhua news agency confirmed the North Korean leader's arrival in Dandong, marking a significant diplomatic milestone between the two nations.
Limitations
Evidence is limited to official statements from South Korea's unification ministry and China's Xinhua news agency regarding the bridge inauguration and Kim's visit. No further details on the meeting's content, duration, or specific outcomes are provided.
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