Massive Chinese sugar shipment aims to boost Kim Jong Un’s image before party celebration

Massive Chinese sugar shipment aims to boost Kim Jong Un’s image before party celebration

China agreed to provide massive sugar aid during summit talks tied to the 80th anniversary of its victory over Japan, with the shipment timed for North Korea’s ruling party anniversary in October representing a visible diplomatic achievement for Kim Jong Un aimed at stabilizing both prices and public mood. A source inside North Korea told Daily NK on Monday that urgent party and cabinet… Source