By Ong Suan Ee
Earlier this week, Chinese President Hu Jintao reaffirmed his country’s commitment to its traditionally close ties with North Korea, lauding Kim Jong-un’s leadership, despite concerns over Pyongyang’s recent rocket launch and rumors of an impending third nuclear test.
Hu made his statement in a meeting with Kim Yong-il, the Korean Workers' Party director of international affairs, in Beijing. Hu and Chinese State Councillor Dai Bingguo both reiterated China’s stance of friendship with North Korea, calling for stronger communication and coordination on key international issues, particularly over the Korean Peninsula’s peace and stability.
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