As the Iran conflict wanes, analysts say Pyongyang is trying to gain support from Russia and China to pre-empt denuclearisation pressure
“The North is emphasising its role as a frontline actor in the broader US-China strategic rivalry as it seeks to improve ties with Beijing and gain support for its nuclear build-up, as well as greater economic and military help from China,” said Oh Gyeong-seob, a senior research fellow at the Korea Institute for National Unification.
“As the war in Iran draws to a close, North Korea is bracing [itself] for renewed international pressure for denuclearisation while closing ranks with China and Russia.”
Source: News - South China Morning Post
