North Korean leader Kim Jong Un told Chinese President Xi Jinping that Pyongyang will firmly support China’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and national development, according to Reuters.

Kim said the friendship between the two countries would remain unchanged despite global shifts. Xi echoed this, calling China and North Korea “good neighbours, good friends and good comrades” with a shared future.

Both leaders agreed to deepen strategic cooperation, step up high-level exchanges, and strengthen coordination on regional and international issues. KCNA, the state media described the visit as a historic boost to political trust and bilateral ties.

Kim concluded his Beijing trip on Thursday, escorted to the border by senior Chinese officials. Separately, Russian President Vladimir Putin sent Kim a message marking North Korea’s foundation day, praising its military support for Russia and vowing stronger ties, Reuters reported.