• China and North Korea call for a united front against unilateralism and hegemonism.
• Discussions between foreign ministers aim to strengthen bilateral ties and protect shared interests.
• Visits between leaders reflect close political and economic relations, with trade exceeding $2 billion in 2023.

China and North Korea have pledged to bolster their alliance to resist what they term “unilateralism, hegemony and power politics,” demonstrating a united front against perceived threats. This commitment was made during recent discussions in Beijing between Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and North Korean counterpart Choe Son-hui, who emphasized their joint effort to protect international “fairness and justice,” highlighting mutual support amid a turbulent geopolitical landscape, according to trtglobal and aljazeera.

The talks, which occurred shortly after a military parade attended by North Korean leader Kim Jong-un and Chinese President Xi Jinping earlier this month, reflect the ongoing collaboration between the two nations in addressing common challenges posed by the United States. Choe noted North Korea's commitment to China’s initiatives for a multipolar world, reaffirming that their friendship is unshakeable and should evolve with the current demands, according to aljazeera and scmp.

During their meeting, both officials highlighted a "complete consensus" on various international and regional matters, with Wang reaffirming China’s position to cooperate closely with North Korea. He underscored the necessity to work together to foster regional peace and development, opposing all forms of hegemonism, which he claimed were responsible for destabilizing the existing international order, according to trtglobal and scmp.

The exchange comes at a time when Pyongyang is preparing for a major military parade on October 10 to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the ruling Workers' Party of Korea. This event follows Chinese President Xi’s recent efforts to strengthen ties in the region, particularly amidst tensions with the US over various political and economic issues. Analysts view this collaboration as a strategic move to challenge US dominance in global affairs, affirming the deep-rooted connection between Beijing and Pyongyang, according to aljazeera and scmp.