Xi, Kim, Putin Seen Together at Event
The leaders of China, Russia, and North Korea were photographed walking collectively toward an official gathering. The striking image was displayed on large screens in Beijing.
Event Begins with National Anthem
The proceedings have started, with participants singing the Chinese national anthem.
Kim Jong-un’s Daughter Attends Public Event
Images show North Korean leader Kim Jong-un arriving at Beijing Railway Station with his daughter, Kim Ju-ae.
Kim Ju-ae first appeared publicly in November 2022 when she observed a missile test with her father. Analysts from South Korea have suggested she is being positioned as his successor.
Australian Politicians Questioned Over Attendance
Australian political figures have raised concerns over the presence of former officials from Victoria at the event in Beijing.
Opposition leader Sussan Ley stated that those attending should clarify their reasons for observing a gathering involving leaders such as Vladimir Putin.
Another official remarked that the event appeared to celebrate authoritarian governance, questioning the judgment of those present.
Significance of the Three Leaders’ Appearance
The joint appearance of Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin, and Kim Jong-un marks the first time the three have been seen together publicly.
North Korea and Russia recently agreed to a mutual defense arrangement, while China remains Pyongyang’s primary diplomatic and economic partner. Russia faces international sanctions due to its actions in Ukraine, and North Korea is under UN sanctions for its nuclear activities.
Putin, who last visited China earlier this year, is the subject of an arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court.
Details from the Venue
Images from the event have been widely shared, capturing the gathering’s scale.
Attendees Noted
Chinese leader Xi Jinping joined the event along with leaders from 26 nations, including Russia’s Vladimir Putin and North Korea’s Kim Jong-un. Observers noted the arrangements, particularly the positioning of the three leaders.
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