The Chinese leader's first trip to North Korea in 7 years comes as Pyongyang has moved closer to Russia. Kim Jong Un is likely to seek more access to China's economic power, analysts say.
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Can Xi bring North Korea closer into Beijing's orbit?
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Chinese leader Xi's visit to North Korea after 7 years may indicate a shift in Pyongyang's allegiances, with Kim Jong Un potentially seeking greater economic ties with China, amidst North Korea's growing relations with Russia.