Kim Jong Un writes to Putin, vows stronger Russia-North Korea ties

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has written a letter to Russian President Vladimir Putin, reaffirming Pyongyang's strong friendship with Moscow. Tupaki.com reports that Kim described Russia as North Korea's most important and reliable partner and expressed pride in the strategic partnership between the two countries.

Kim praised Putin's leadership, saying Russia is achieving progress in all fields despite Western pressure. The letter comes as Russia and North Korea deepen cooperation amid the Ukraine war. The international community believes Pyongyang has supplied Moscow with weapons and ammunition for its forces, receiving advanced military technology and economic aid in return, Tupaki.com adds.

The strengthening ties between Moscow and Pyongyang present a strategic challenge to the US, South Korea and Japan. Kim's statement indicates the bond is not a temporary arrangement but a long-term strategic partnership that will play a bigger role in Asia-Pacific geopolitics and international affairs.