Russian President Vladimir Putin’s first visit to North Korea in 24 years has resulted in the signing of a partnership agreement for mutual aid if either nation is attacked.
The agreement is said to encompass medical education, scientific pursuits and military cooperation.
POLITICO editor Zoya Sheftalovich unpacks the alliance between Russia and North Korea on The Briefing podcast:
POLITICO editor Zoya Sheftalovich says that Russia is in dire need of munitions to continue their war against Ukraine.
“I think absolutely the world should be a bit concerned,” Sheftalovich said.
“It’s two dictators who I think are probably a few cents short of full dollar who are now in this deep bromance, who are sharing nuclear secrets.”
Sheftalovich said a huge portion of the Russian economy is geared towards making weaponry.
“Also by striking deals with countries like Iran and North Korea and by doing grey market trade with Chinese firms that are resupplying them, but they do need more. They know they need more.”
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