China’s Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Fu Ying traveled to North Korea last week, during which time the two sides discussed issues including food aid, it was confirmed today.
A Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson revealed the information in a regular briefing.
“They exchanged views on bilateral relations and on international and regional areas of common interest,” the spokesperson, Hong Lei, commented, adding, “Of course both sides agreed to maintain traditional friendly relations, but also to work toward the early restarting of the Six-Party Talks for the sake of the peace and security of the Chosun Peninsula.”
“They also debated the issue of food support for Chosun. China welcomes giving various forms of assistance to Chosun.”
