Putin's Upcoming Diplomatic Moves: Strengthening Ties with North Korea

The Kremlin has emphasized Russia's right to bolster its relationship with North Korea, highlighting the deep potential for enhanced cooperation between the two nations. Reports indicate that Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit North Korea and Vietnam soon, though the Kremlin has not confirmed specific dates.

The Kremlin said on Thursday that nobody should doubt Russia's right to develop closer ties with North Korea, saying the potential for the two countries' relationship was very deep. Russia's Vedomosti newspaper on Monday reported that Russian President Vladimir Putin would visit North Korea and Vietnam in the coming weeks.

Putin's visit to North Korea is expected to take place in a few days, South Korea's Yonhap news agency reported early on Thursday, citing a senior official at the presidential office. The Kremlin on Thursday declined to supply a date for a possible visit.