North Korea’s Kim visits China ahead of key anniversary

What happened: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrived in the Chinese border city of Dandong on Saturday, a day ahead of a key anniversary, crossing via the newly opened New Yalu River Bridge. Chinese Premier Li Qiang met him there. Key numbers: Visit came a day before the Oct. 25 anniversary of China joining the Korean War. Kim has now traveled to China six times; his last known visit was September 2025. Why it matters: The bridge is expected to bolster economic ties between the two countries, as Kim has looked to boost ties with both China and Russia. Coverage: 3 outlets in 24h

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrived in the Chinese border city of Dandong on Saturday, a day ahead of a key anniversary, crossing via the newly opened New Yalu River Bridge. Chinese Premier Li Qiang met him there.

The bridge is expected to bolster economic ties between the two countries, as Kim has looked to boost ties with both China and Russia.