Afghanistan, April 11 -- China's foreign minister vowed to deepen cooperation with North Korea during a Pyongyang visit, highlighting closer ties amid shifting regional tensions and geopolitical competition.

China's foreign minister Wang Yi says Beijing is ready to deepen cooperation with North Korea after meeting Kim Jong Un, signaling closer bilateral ties.

Wang Yi said China is ready to expand practical cooperation with North Korea, signaling stronger bilateral ties following high-level talks with leader Kim Jong Un.

According to Reuters, Wang made the remarks during a meeting with Kim, emphasizing Beijing's willingness to increase exchanges and deepen engagement across political, economic and strategic sectors.

He stressed the impor...