Kim Jong Un personally greets Xi Jinping at Pyongyang airport with highest honors

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and his wife, Ri Sol Ju, personally greeted Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife, Peng Liyuan, at Pyongyang's Sunan Airport on Tuesday. The arrival was marked by a high-level reception, including large banners in Korean and Chinese proclaiming friendship between the two nations, and a red carpet. This marks Xi's first visit to North Korea since assuming power in 2019.

The reception signaled North Korea's commitment to a top-tier diplomatic welcome. Xi's motorcade was accompanied by dozens of escort motorcycles, and North Korean citizens lined the streets waving banners. This elaborate display underscores the significance of the visit for both countries, emphasizing their long-standing alliance.

Notable absences included Kim Jong Un's daughter, Ju Ae, who had drawn international attention at previous events. The Chinese delegation also included key figures such as Cai Qi, a top aide to Xi, and Foreign Minister Wang Yi, indicating the visit's importance in high-level bilateral relations.

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Long live the invincible friendly solidarity between the peoples of the two countries.