His trip sparked concerns over possible arms trade and technology transfer with Russia. Read more at straitstimes.com.
SEOUL - North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrived back in Pyongyang via his private train to a cheering crowd on Tuesday night afterHe was greeted by senior officials and an honour guard at a train station, according to the report which described his trip as a significant step in strengthening North Korea-Russia relations.
His trip and the summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin received global attention since the leader seldom leaves his country and drew concerns over possible arms trade and technology transfer with Russia. Against that backdrop, South Korea on Tuesday summoned Russia’s ambassador to warn Moscow against any military cooperation with North Korea.violate United Nations Security Council resolutionsLast week, during his lengthy trip, the head of the reclusive state visited a Russian fighter jet factory under Western sanctions and praised the country's aviation technology.
He also met Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu, who showed the North Korean leader Russian nuclear-capable strategic bombers, hypersonic missiles and warships. REUTERS
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