China's Foreign Ministry says the foreign ministers of China and North Korea have agreed to closely communicate with each other regarding the situation on the Korean Peninsula.
Wang Yi, who is on a three-day visit to North Korea, met his counterpart Ri Yong Ho in Pyongyang on Monday.
According to the ministry, Wang noted that the two sides are marking their 70th anniversary of diplomatic ties this year, and proposed that they promote friendly exchanges and practical cooperation.
Ri reportedly said North Korea's stance of seeking friendship and cooperation from China remains unchanged.
China's Foreign Ministry says Wang also explained Beijing's position on the anti-government protests in Hong Kong.
North Korea's Ri is said to have replied that external forces should not interfere in the affairs, implying that it supported China's position.
Observers say the meeting gave China a chance to demonstrate its influence on Pyongyang, at a time when talks remain stalled between the US and North Korea.
NHK
