Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi paid tribute to fallen soldiers at a CPV martyrs' cemetery in Kangdong County during his official visit to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) this week. The solemn ceremony, held on April 10, 2026, underscores the enduring bond between the two nations.
Wang, a senior member of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, praised DPRK authorities for preserving memorial sites honoring Chinese People's Volunteers (CPV) who fought during the Korean War. 🌏 "These hallowed grounds remind us of our shared history and values," he stated, emphasizing their role in educating younger generations about the "spirit of sacrifice" that shaped China-DPRK relations.
The visit comes amid renewed global interest in Asian geopolitics, with analysts noting its timing ahead of the 76th anniversary of the CPV's entry into the Korean War later this year. 🔍 While no new agreements were announced, Wang stressed that "the blood-forged friendship remains vital for regional stability."
#FastFact: Over 2.9 million CPV soldiers served in Korea between 1950-1953, with many buried in DPRK cemeteries maintained through bilateral cooperation.
