At the invitation of Kim Jong-un, General Secretary of the Workers’ Party of Korea and Chairman of the State Affairs Commission of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China and President of the People’s Republic of China, paid a state visit to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea from June 8 to 9.
On June 7, it was observed that the capital Pyongyang was festively prepared to welcome the Chinese guests. Flags of China and North Korea fluttered along main streets, and multiple landmark buildings displayed banners warmly welcoming General Secretary Xi Jinping’s visit.
Pyongyang
Pyongyang is the capital and largest city of North Korea, with a history dating back over 2,000 years as an ancient capital of the Goguryeo Kingdom. The city was heavily rebuilt after being devastated during the Korean War (1950–1953), resulting in its current Soviet-style architecture and grand monuments dedicated to the ruling Kim dynasty. Today, it serves as the political, cultural, and economic center of the country, though access for foreign visitors remains highly restricted.
