China a deschis un nou pod spre Coreea de Nord, după o amânare de 12 ani: "Phenianul rămâne un partener dificil pentru Beijing"

A new road bridge between China and North Korea has been inaugurated after a 12-year delay, signaling improved trade relations. The bridge spans 3 kilometers over the Yalu River, connecting Dandong in China to Sinuiju in North Korea, and is expected to facilitate trade between the two nations. Chinese Premier Li Qiang described the bridge as a symbol of traditional friendship. Despite the positive developments, experts caution that significant increases in trade are unlikely due to ongoing UN sanctions against North Korea. China's influence in the region is being challenged by North Korea's growing ties with Russia, especially amid the Ukraine conflict.