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China praises North Korea's economic progress during high-profile visit

China has publicly praised North Korea's economic development during a high-profile visit by North Korean Premier Pak Thae-song. The visit, which includes attending an event commemorating a 65th anniversary defense pact, saw rare commendation from the People's Daily for North Korea's progress in housing, industrial construction, and agricultural production. AI

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China praises North Korea's economic progress during high-profile visit

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Fan Chen ·

    China boosts North Korea partnership with rare praise during high-profile visit

    North Korean Premier Pak Thae-song has begun his three-day trip to China, as Beijing offers rare praise for its socialist neighbour’s economic achievements. Pak, a member of the Politburo Presidium of the ruling Workers’ Party of Korea, landed at Beijing Capital International Air…