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Russia opens first road bridge with North Korea
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Key Points:
- Russia and North Korea inaugurated their first road bridge connecting the two countries over the Tumen River, near the existing Friendship Bridge railway crossing.
- The new bridge, named after Soviet officer Yakov Novichenko, was constructed starting in April 2025 following an agreement during Putin’s 2024 visit to North Korea.
- The crossing aims to enhance economic development, tourism, employment, and broader cooperation in trade, science, technology, and culture, according to Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin.
- This infrastructure development reflects deepening strategic ties between Moscow and Pyongyang, particularly following North Korea’s military support for Russia during the 2024 conflict in Ukraine.
