08:00 GMT 18.06.2024 (Updated: 08:39 GMT 18.06.2024)
Russia’s President Vladimir Putin has agreed to sign a strategic partnership agreement with North Korea, following a proposal by the Russian Foreign Ministry. The decree was officially published on Tuesday, allowing negotiations to proceed regarding the treaty’s details.
The agreement aims to establish a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between Russia and North Korea, with room for potential amendments during the negotiation process.
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In related news, President Putin is set to embark on a state visit to North Korea on June 18-19, strengthening diplomatic ties between the two nations.