Hyesan residents see hope for economic relief in Xi Jinping’s visit (opens in new tab)

Following Chinese President Xi Jinping’s visit to North Korea on June 8 and June 9, 2026, hopes are reportedly rising among the North Korean people for expanded cooperation between North Korea and China, with many seeing improved relations as a potential turning point for resolving the country’s prolonged economic hardship. A source in Ryanggang province […]