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    Vladimir Putin’s Strategic Visit to North Korea: Strengthening Ties Amid the Ukraine Conflict

    Zayne PhamBy Zayne PhamJune 17, 2024No Comments3 Mins Read3 Views
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    Historical Context of The Invitation

    This visit comes almost 24 years after Putin’s last trip to Pyongyang in 2000, highlighting a renewed emphasis on the Russia-North Korea relationship. Kim Jong Un extended the invitation to Putin during his visit to Russia’s Far East last September. This meeting marks their second in less than a year, showcasing the burgeoning “unbreakable relationship of comrades-in-arms” as described by Kim Jong Un.

    A photo provided by the North Korean government during President Vladimir Putin’s last visit in 2000 with the North Korean leader at the time, Kim Jong-il. (Credit: Korean Central News Agency / AP Images)

    The geopolitical landscape has shifted significantly since then, prompting North Korea to seek closer ties with Russia, especially after the failed Hanoi summit with former US President Donald Trump in 2019. Russia, embroiled in the conflict in Ukraine, finds itself in urgent need of munitions, which North Korea can supply in abundance. This mutual need has fostered a stronger alliance, with both nations sharing a keen disdain for Western sanctions.


    Implications of the Visit

    For Putin, this visit is more than a symbolic gesture. It serves multiple purposes:

    • Defiance Against the West: By strengthening ties with North Korea, Putin aims to needle Washington and its allies, showcasing Russia’s ability to forge new alliances despite international sanctions.
    • Military Cooperation: North Korea’s provision of artillery shells and other munitions is crucial for Russia’s war efforts in Ukraine. In return, Russia is likely to offer technological assistance, possibly enhancing North Korea’s long-range missile program.
    • Economic and Strategic Benefits: The visit is expected to result in deals beneficial to both nations, such as economic aid and technological support for North Korea, and a steady supply of munitions for Russia.

    🇰🇵 🇷🇺 PUTIN'S HISTORIC TRIP TO NORTH KOREA: A GAME-CHANGER?

    Let's be honest: Putin rarely leaves Russia, especially after the ICC issued an arrest warrant for him last year.

    Tomorrow, he's set to visit North Korea for the first time in over two decades. This visit is a big… https://t.co/0OY9jnPglS pic.twitter.com/1a3QYid0Dz

    — Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) June 17, 2024

    International Concerns Amidst ongoing Conflicts in Ukraine

    The deepening military cooperation between Russia and North Korea has alarmed the United States and its allies. The UN monitors have reported that ballistic missiles fired at Ukraine have been sourced from North Korea. Washington has accused North Korea of supplying weapons to Russia, though Pyongyang denies these claims.

    Kim Jong-un, North Korea’s current leader, with President Vladimir Putin, examined a rocket assembly hangar during their meeting at the cosmodrome. (Credit: Artyom Geodakyan / Sputnik via Russian State Media.)

    South Korea has expressed concerns over the potential increase in military cooperation between Pyongyang and Moscow. South Korean Vice Foreign Minister Kim Hong-kyun discussed Putin’s visit with U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell, emphasizing that any enhancement in military ties would violate UN resolutions. Despite these concerns, Russia maintains its stance on developing relations with North Korea independently of external pressures.

    Vladimir Putin’s upcoming visit to North Korea represents a significant development in the global geopolitical arena. It highlights the strategic realignment driven by the war in Ukraine, bringing together two of the world’s most sanctioned countries in a partnership that challenges the established international order. As Putin and Kim Jong Un deepen their cooperation, the implications for global security and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine are profound. This visit is not just a diplomatic formality but a crucial move in a broader game of geopolitical chess, with each leader seeking to bolster their position on the world stage.

    Putin will make a state visit to North Korea on June 18-19

    This was reported by the Kremlin. Then Putin will go to Vietnam – the state visit is scheduled for June 19-20.

    Putin last visited the DPRK in 2000 during his first presidential term. pic.twitter.com/kmbcNlBa57

    — NEXTA (@nexta_tv) June 17, 2024

    As the war in Ukraine continues to influence global alliances, Putin’s visit to North Korea serves as a reminder of the shifting dynamics in international relations. The outcomes of this visit could have lasting impacts, particularly in terms of military cooperation and strategic partnerships, further complicating the already complex web of global politics.

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