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Xi Seeks to Draw North Korea Back Into China’s Orbit

Foreign Policy · Jun 9, 2026, 9:47 PM · Also reported by 4 other sources

The Chinese leader’s long-awaited visit to Pyongyang aims to counter Russian influence.

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