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China and North Korea’s once-close alliance is fraying as Beijing grows uneasy about Pyongyang’s deepening ties with Russia. While China still supplies North Korea with critical exports and hosted Kim Jong-un in a high-profile military parade, recent diplomatic silence—including China’s ambassador skipping North Korea’s 75th anniversary—signals a cooling relationship. Beijing fears losing influence if Russia becomes North Korea’s primary partner, especially as Pyongyang strengthens its military cooperation with Moscow. Yet, despite the tension, economic ties remain strong, leaving China in a tricky position: balancing strategic interests with the risk of being sidelined in Pyongyang’s shifting alliances.
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