Chinese President Xi Jinping said Thursday that China is ready to strengthen strategic communication, and enhance exchanges and cooperation with the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) to advance the socialist cause.
Xi, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, made the remarks in his talks with Kim Jong Un, general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea and president of the State Affairs of the DPRK, in Beijing.
The talks took place one day after Kim attended China's V-Day gathering to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.
"Your visit to China is a strong support for China's commemorative event, demonstrates the DPRK's firm resolve to safeguard the achievements of the victory in World War II, and provides an important opportunity for further developing friendly and cooperative relations between the two parties and between the two countries," Xi told Kim during the talks.
"China-DPRK friendship has a long history. Both countries are socialist countries led by communist parties and share common ideals, beliefs and strive for the same goals. In the face of a turbulent international landscape, China stands ready to strengthen strategic communication, enhance exchanges and cooperation, and deepen exchanges of experience in governance with the DPRK, so as to effectively advance our respective socialist cause and jointly promote regional peace, stability, development and prosperity," he said.
Kim said that the grand gathering on Wednesday highlights the historic contributions of the CPC and the Chinese people to world peace and stability, while showing China's international influence.
"General Secretary Xi Jinping, I was deeply moved by your cordial invitation to attend the commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. The grand, spectacular event, with worldwide attention, was a complete success," said Kim.
"China's celebrations are also joyous events for us. The commemorative event highlights not only the historic contributions of the Communist Party of China and the Chinese people in their heroic struggle for world peace and stability, but also China's significant international position and influence. I'm deeply delighted, because I felt this is the event of my own," he said.
China ready to strengthen strategic communication with DPRK: Xi
China ready to strengthen strategic communication with DPRK: Xi
China ready to strengthen strategic communication with DPRK: Xi
A former television host from Taiwan, Zhai Xuan, has made a pivotal decision to leave mainstream broadcasting in order to create content that provides a better understanding of the Chinese mainland and cross-strait relations.
Zhai, a seasoned television host with over a decade of experience in Taiwan's media landscape, recently addressed an audience at an event in Beijing, where she revealed her complete transition into independent online media.
In her remarks, she articulated her aspiration to bridge what she perceives as a significant information gap between audiences on both sides of the Strait, highlighting her commitment to fostering a deeper understanding and connection through her new endeavors.
"I was really surprised by all the fake news. There were stories saying people on the mainland can't afford tea eggs or that they live in mud houses and in Taiwan, this was the main information many people received," said Zhai.
Zhai said she initially began producing online videos to challenge such perceptions while continuing her work as a television host.
In April 2025, she travelled to the mainland with her father to fulfill her late grandfather's wish to return to his hometown. The trip, which reunited family members separated since 1949, was recorded in a video series titled "Journey to Find Our Roots", drawing attention from viewers in both Taiwan and the mainland.
"Many people in Taiwan told me that after watching, they wanted to apply for a mainland travel permit immediately and go looking for their relatives. Some had long forgotten these things, but after seeing my story, they began thinking about their hometowns and family members they had never met and decided to search for their roots," Zhai shared her story at the event.
By mid-2025, Zhai said she began to feel increasing pressure amid rising political tensions and a tightening atmosphere around cross-Strait exchanges in Taiwan.
After more than 12 years in the industry, Zhai resigned from her position, believing it was the right thing to do.
"At that moment, I felt this was a major issue，not just for me, but for Chinese people on both sides of the Strait. If I backed down then, I wouldn’t be standing on the right side," said Zhai.
Since leaving television, Zhai has broadened her online programming to encompass a range of daily-life topics, including practical guidance on applying for a mainland travel permit and using commonly employed mobile applications, in addition to content that delves into historical memory and cultural connections across the Strait.
As the debate over cross-Strait relations continues in Taiwan, Zhai said she remains committed to her current path.
Former Taiwan TV host bridges cross-Strait divide via online media
