The China North Korea New Bridge spanning the Yalu River quietly welcomes its opening moment. As agreed by both parties, the bridge will officially open on October 15, 2026, and a joint opening ceremony will be held on the same day. The bridge will be elevated to facilitate closer economic and trade exchanges between the two countries.

Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning stated at a regular press conference on the 14th that China and North Korea are friendly neighbors connected by mountains and rivers, and the New Yalu River Bridge is an important facility for interconnection between the two countries. After its opening, it will further promote economic and trade exchanges and personnel exchanges between the two countries, and enhance the well-being of the two peoples.Editor/Min Jing