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Kim Jong Un makes surprise China visit
Expected to return same day
In short
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un made a sudden visit to China for the first time in over a year.
He crossed the New Yalu River Bridge, arrived in Dandong, China, and met with Premier Li Qiang.
He is likely to return to North Korea the same day without a separate summit with President Xi Jinping.
Key facts
| When | On October 24, leader Kim Jong Un made a surprise visit to China. |
|---|---|
| Who | North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visited China for the first time in over a year. |
| What | He arrived in Dandong, China via the New Yalu River Bridge and met Premier Li Qiang. |
| How | He is expected to return to North Korea the same day without a separate summit with President Xi Jinping. |
What it means for me
As a foreign policy and security story, it has no direct impact on everyday life.
