The statement specifies that the document was signed following official talks between the two ministers in Pyongyang, where Lyubimova is on a working visit.

During the meeting, the parties discussed in detail issues related to expanding cultural cooperation and exchanges between the two countries.

The North Korea-Russia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Treaty, signed on June 19, 2024, during Putin’s visit to Pyongyang, entered into force on December 4 last year.

According to the treaty’s preamble, it responds to the fundamental interests of the peoples of Russia and the DPRK and contributes to regional and global peace, security, and stability.

The document also emphasizes that the parties maintain and permanently develop, taking into account the laws of their States and their international obligations, relations of universal strategic partnership.

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