Putin Meets with North Korean Diplomat Choe Son Hui, Commits to Strengthening Russia-North Korea Relations

Putin held a meeting with visiting North Korean diplomat Choe Son Hui in Russia. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and presidential aide Yury Ushakov attended the meeting. Putin conveyed warmest greetings to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, as reported by Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov. The Russian leader gave a high assessment to Russia-North Korea relations and expressed gratitude for North Korea’s assistance during the special military operation, according to the same source. North Korean Foreign Minister Choe Son Hui stated that Kim Jong Un reiterated his commitment to developing ties with Russia, emphasizing a 'strategic line of steadfastly advancing the comprehensive strategic partnership and allied relations with Russia.'