Russia and North Korea deepen relations with symbolic road bridge

Author: Al Jazeera StaffPublished on: September 7, 2026Country: Russia

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Russia and North Korea deepen relations with symbolic road bridge

The first road bridge connecting Russia and North Korea was opened on September 7, 2026, marking a symbolic link between the two countries. The two-lane bridge, one kilometer long, will allow up to 300 vehicles to cross daily. Construction began in April 2025 after an agreement during Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to North Korea in 2024.

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