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Lee vows to seek measures to reduce military tensions with N. Korea

SEOUL, Oct. 1 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung on Thursday pledged to persist...

Lee vows to seek measures to reduce military tensions with N. Korea

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un affirmed his dedication to elevating bilateral relations with China to a "new strategic level" in a letter addressed to Chinese President Xi Jinping, as reported by Pyongyang's state media. The letter, penned on the 77th anniversary of the founding of North Korea, saw Kim extending his most heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to Xi and the Chinese populace.

Kim highlighted that both nations commemorated the 65th anniversary of their friendship treaty this year and were actively promoting exchanges across various fields. He stressed that the history of the DPRK-China friendship, forged at great sacrifice and nurtured through genuine camaraderie, remains unyielding regardless of the international climate. Kim emphasized the DPRK's steadfast commitment to further develop the longstanding bonds of unity and cooperation with China.

He also referenced his recent summits with Xi, stating that the meetings were highly productive.

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