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Belarus and North Korea Strengthen Economic Ties Amid Controversial Remarks

Belarus and North Korea Strengthen Economic Ties Amid Controversial Remarks

First seen 3 Jun 2026, 06:57 UTC

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  • Belarus and North Korea are intensifying cooperation in agriculture and healthcare.
  • Lukashenko publicly defends Kim Jong Un, stating he is 'not a dictator'.
  • Preparations are underway for a key meeting on trade and economic cooperation.

On June 2, Belarusian Foreign Minister Maksim Ryzhankou met with North Korean Minister Yun Jong Ho to discuss enhancing bilateral cooperation in agriculture, food security, and healthcare. This meeting followed a visit by Belarusian leader Aliaksandr Lukashenka to North Korea. Lukashenka also stated that Kim Jong Un is 'not a dictator' during discussions with a Russian official, highlighting his support for North Korea. The two nations are preparing for the fourth meeting of their Joint Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation in Minsk. The focus remains on food security and healthcare collaboration, with both sides expressing eagerness to translate political ties into economic projects.

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2026-06-01
North Korean delegation visits Belarus
Yun Jong Ho meets with Deputy Prime Minister Yury Shuleika to discuss food security cooperation.
Reform.News
2026-06-02
Belarusian Foreign Minister meets North Korean counterpart
Maksim Ryzhankou and Yun Jong Ho discuss bilateral economic projects and cooperation.
Reform.News
2026-06-02
Lukashenko defends Kim Jong Un
Lukashenko claims Kim is 'not a dictator' during talks with Russian governor Oleg Kozhemyako.
Nknews

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