Russia, North Korea positively evaluate talks in Far East
(VOVWORLD) - Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un met on Wednesday in Amur province, in Russia's Far East, to discuss trade relations, economics, cultural exchanges, and world affairs.
 Russian President Vladimir Putin meets with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un at the Russian spaceport Vostochny Cosmodrome in Amur province, in Russia's Far East on September 13, 2023 (Photo: AFP/VNA)
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They positively evaluated their discussion, although no joint statement was issued. Kim said he believes this talk with President Putin will create an unbreakable strategic cooperative relationship between Russia and North Korea.
In an interview with the Russia-1 TV channel, Putin said the talks with Kim were effective and straightforward. He said there are many interesting projects between Russia and North Korea right now, including agriculture projects, transportation links, and logistics.