India, June 9 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un have pledged to strengthen bilateral relations following Xi's two-day official visit to Pyongyang, marking his first trip to North Korea since 2019.

The visit, which concluded on Tuesday, featured high-profile diplomatic engagements, including a red-carpet welcome, ceremonial events, and elaborate performances hosted by Kim Jong Un in honour of the Chinese leader.

Although no major agreements or concrete deals were announced, both sides underscored the importance of their long-standing partnership. According to North Korea's state media KCNA, Kim Jong Un said Xi's decision to choose Pyongyang for his first state visit of the year reflected the "utmost impo...