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N. Korea confirms new Chinese ambassador started post in Pyongyang

13 Sept 13:20 Key points summarised by AI

North Korea officially confirmed Chinese Ambassador Wang Yajun has begun his post in Pyongyang, marking the first senior diplomat's entry since the 2020 pandemic blockade.
Analysts view Wang's arrival as a significant indicator that Pyongyang is beginning to reopen its borders, potentially paving the way for other foreign envoys.
The move underscores the vital economic and political alliance with China, North Korea's largest trading partner and benefactor, crucial amidst its ongoing economic hardship.
This diplomatic step occurs as North Korea escalates its nuclear threats, emphasizing Pyongyang's strategic balancing act between its weapon ambitions and its critical relationship with Beijing.

Yesterday 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.