Reported about 1 year ago
After a 24-year gap, Russian President Putin visited North Korea again on June 18 to request weapons and ammunition to support the Ukraine war. Leader Kim Jong-un will hold a grand welcoming ceremony. Following this, Putin will visit Vietnam, where he enjoys high popularity as a rare occurrence outside of Russia. The visit to North Korea is strategic amidst increasing global solidarity with Ukraine, with concerns about potential arms trade between North Korea and Russia. Next, Putin's visit to Vietnam is expected to involve discussions on various agreements, including sensitive topics like weapons and energy.
Source: YAHOO