North Korea and China open new bridge after 12-year delay
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China and North Korea have opened a new road bridge connecting the two countries, according to reports citing Chinese state media. The reports describe the crossing as a project intended to strengthen trade between the neighbours.
The bridge opened after a delay of about 12 years, according to the Daily Mirror and Hiru News English headline. Other reports describe the delay only as lasting several years. The reports provided do not identify the bridge’s location or give details about its capacity or operation.
The stated purpose of the bridge is to further develop bilateral trade. The reports provide no further details about trade arrangements or any next steps following the opening.
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