SEOUL: Russian President Vladimir Putin instructed North Korean chief Kim Jong Un that Moscow and Pyongyang had been cooperating throughout all areas and coordinating efforts to make sure regional safety and stability, North Korean state media KCNA reported on Saturday (Aug 15).
Putin stated in a message to Kim marking the anniversary of Korea’s liberation from Japanese colonial rule that he was assured Russia and North Korea would proceed “constructive joint work” on bilateral and worldwide points, KCNA stated.
Kim had visited Pyongyang’s Liberation Tower on Friday to pay tribute to Soviet troopers who fought Japan in WWII, KCNA reported. A wreath on the tower in Kim’s identify bore the phrases: “We don’t overlook the feats of the Soviet military martyrs.”
Kim stated the legacy of blood ties and fight friendship between the 2 nations had turn out to be a cornerstone of their increasing relations, KCNA reported.
Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev additionally despatched Kim greetings, KCNA stated.
The messages and Kim’s go to underscore deepening ties between Moscow and Pyongyang which have drawn worldwide concern over North Korea’s help for Russia’s conflict in Ukraine.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has repeatedly stated Russia makes use of North Korean missiles towards Ukraine and has accused Pyongyang of offering Moscow with missiles and ammunition and promised extra troops for the conflict effort.
Analysts have stated Pyongyang is in search of to border Northeast Asia as a contest between rival blocs to justify its weapons programmes and strengthen backing from Beijing and Moscow.
