North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visited China on October 24, 2026, crossing the New Yalu River Bridge after its opening earlier in the month. The crossing is expected to support round-the-clock trade between the two countries, including container shipments and heavy cargo trucks.

Key Takeaways

  • The bridge opened in October after more than a decade of delays.
  • Kim met senior Chinese official Wang Huning and reaffirmed his commitment to bilateral cooperation.

New Yalu River Bridge expands trade capacity

The bridge connects North Korea with Dandong, a Chinese city on the border. Experts said its opening was a symbol of stronger ties and reflected the two countries’ intention to expand trade.

Its expected capacity for two-way traffic around the clock would allow container shipments and heavy cargo trucks to cross between the countries.

Kim meets Chinese official in Dandong

During the visit, Kim met Wang Huning, a member of the Standing Committee of China’s Communist Party. Kim reaffirmed his resolve to develop bilateral cooperation, while Wang conveyed greetings from Chinese President Xi Jinping.

The two also toured a car factory, and Kim visited a memorial marking China’s support for North Korea during the 1950–53 Korean War. Wang accompanied Kim to the bridge as the North Korean leader returned home.

Kim’s trip followed a June meeting in Pyongyang with Xi, who expressed willingness to expand cooperation in trade, agriculture, construction and technology.

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