Analysis The first China-North Korea summit: what did we learn?A landmark meeting between Kim Jong Un and Xi Jinping offers some hints on future China-DPRK relations The first-ever summit between Kim Jong Un and Xi Jinping ended on Tuesday, and the following day saw both Beijing and Pyongyang release official reports on what represents something of a historic event. Kim Jong Un, accompanied by his wife and five senior officials, met Chairman Xi and First Lady Peng Liyuan, as well as other high-ranking Chinese politicians. Both leaders attended a concert, made speeches, and held talks at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. Kim also visited an exhibition showing “the innovation achievements of the Chinese Academy of Sciences since the © Korea Risk Group. All rights reserved. |