North Korea and China open new bridge after 12-year delay
Summary
China and North Korea have opened a new road bridge called the New Yalu River Bridge, which links the Chinese city of Dandong with North Korea's city of Sinuiju. The bridge was delayed for many years but is now expected to boost trade and connections between the two countries, which are long-time allies.Key Facts
- The New Yalu River Bridge is 3 kilometers (1.9 miles) long and connects Dandong in China with Sinuiju in North Korea.
- Construction began over 12 years ago, but North Korea stopped work for many years, delaying the bridge’s opening.
- The bridge will become the main land route for trade between China and North Korea, replacing the older Friendship Bridge built during Japan's occupation.
- China is North Korea’s largest trading partner, and trade between them reached $2.7 billion last year.
- UN sanctions against North Korea for its nuclear program remain in place, limiting sudden large increases in trade.
- North Korea has close ties with China, supported by a mutual defense treaty, but their relationship has had tensions, especially over North Korea's nuclear tests.
- Recently, China has been improving relations with North Korea, including reopening flights and train services and welcoming North Korea’s leader for a state visit.
- North Korea also has a growing relationship with Russia, with military cooperation and a new road bridge opened between the two countries in 2024.
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