North Korean leader Kim Jong Un vowed “unconditional” support for the policies of Russian President Vladimir Putin, Pyongyang’s state media reported Friday.
“I will unconditionally respect and unconditionally support all your policies and decisions and I have a willingness to be always with you for the sake of you and your Russia. This choice will be constant and permanent,” Kim told Putin in a letter, according to the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA).
“I have come to feel once again the true comradely relations between us and availing myself of this opportunity, I’d like to emphasize that I regard the friendly relations with you as the most precious ones and pride,” wrote the North Korean leader.
🇰🇵🤝🇷🇺 Kim Jong-un reaffirms support for Russia in letter to Putin
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💬 “I will unconditionally respect and unconditionally support all your policies and decisions… This choice will be constant and permanent,” North Korean leader Kim Jong-un wrote.
He also wished the Russian… https://t.co/2ZYbE6ZBKn pic.twitter.com/yJn80LqPEK
Kim sent the letter Thursday in response to a congratulatory message from the Russian leader, according to KCNA, which did not specify when or under what circumstances Putin sent his letter.
North Korea’s ties with Russia have grown closer in recent years. They signed a comprehensive strategic partnership in 2024, pledging mutual military support if either came under attack by a third party.
Russia's President Putin and NK's Leader Kim Jong-un signed a new strategic partnership agreement.
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Another step for a new multipolar world. pic.twitter.com/vQ8tbt70kG