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Kim Vows Support for China’s Sovereignty as Putin Lauds North Korean Troops

New messages from Moscow and Pyongyang signal tighter coordination after the Beijing parade.

This photo, published by North Korea's Korean Central News Agency on Sept. 5, 2025, shows leader Kim Jong-un (L) holding hands with Chinese President Xi Jinping during their talks the previous day. (For Use Only in the Republic of Korea. No Redistribution) (Yonhap)
Chinese President Xi Jinping speaks during a military parade marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War Two, in Beijing, China, in this picture released by the Korean Central News Agency, September 3, 2025. KCNA via REUTERS/File photo
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Overview

  • During a Beijing meeting, Kim Jong Un told Xi Jinping that North Korea will back China in defending sovereignty, territorial integrity and development interests, according to KCNA.
  • KCNA reported that Vladimir Putin sent Kim a congratulatory message ahead of North Korea’s foundation day praising North Korean soldiers fighting for Russia in Ukraine and reaffirming plans to strengthen ties.
  • Xi, Putin and Kim stood together at China’s Victory Day military parade and held sideline talks described by state media as focused on long-term cooperation.
  • Chinese coverage and South Korean reporting said Xi hosted an exclusive dinner for Kim during the trip, and KCNA said Kim departed Beijing by private train on Thursday night.
  • International reports say North Korea has sent thousands of troops and supplied munitions to Russia, a role highlighted in Putin’s message referencing DPRK involvement around Kursk.