Top Chinese Official Visits North Korea, Marking 75 Years of Diplomatic Ties

Zhao Leji, China's third highest-ranking official, leads a delegation to North Korea to celebrate the 'China-North Korea Friendship Year.'

Zhao Leji, China's third highest-ranking official and chairman of the National People's Congress, will visit North Korea from April 11 to 13.
The visit is described as a goodwill gesture and will include attending the opening ceremony for the 'China-North Korea Friendship Year.'
This year marks 75 years of diplomatic relations between China and North Korea, highlighting their long-standing alliance.
China, as North Korea's most important ally and economic benefactor, aims to further deepen and develop relations through this visit.
The specific arrangements for the visit are still under negotiation, with both countries expressing optimism for its success.