North Korea11 April, 20261 min read
Kim Jong Un Supports China’s Push for Multipolar World and Taiwan Policy
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Kim Jong Un expressed support for China's multipolar world push during Wang Yi talks. He pledged North Korea's backing for China's territorial integrity.
Kim Backs China's Multipolar Vision
Kim Jong Un voiced support for China's push to build a multipolar world. Kim said his government will fully support Chinese efforts to achieve territorial integrity based on the one-China principle. Wang said the countries’ relations were entering a new phase following a summit last year between Kim and Xi Jinping.
The meeting came as both nations look to present a united front ahead of a planned summit between Xi and Trump. Kim has sought to break out of international isolation and push a more assertive foreign policy.
Geopolitical Context
Kim outlined North Korea’s position on unspecified regional and international issues of mutual concern. Sustained development of ties between the two countries has become more crucial in the current geopolitical environment. While Russia has been Kim’s top foreign policy priority, he has also been rekindling connections with China.
North Korea and China last month resumed direct flight and passenger train services. The diplomatic approach dovetails with North Korea's efforts to counterbalance United States influence.
Strategic Significance
The meeting was the first visit by a Chinese foreign minister to North Korea in seven years. Ties have been strained by North Korea's nuclear tests and China's growing economic engagement with South Korea. The renewed engagement comes as the Trump administration prepares for a summit with Xi Jinping.
Kim has suspended all meaningful dialogue with the U.S. and South Korea since 2019. He now defines South Korea as his most hostile adversary.