Russia ratifies comprehensive strategic partnership treaty with North Korea

(CLO) Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a law ratifying the comprehensive strategic partnership treaty between Russia and North Korea, which includes a mutual defense clause, according to a decree published on November 9.

The treaty was signed in Pyongyang on June 19, 2024, and Putin submitted it to the Russian State Duma for ratification on October 15. The preamble to the treaty states that the document meets the fundamental interests of the peoples of Russia and North Korea and "contributes to ensuring peace, security and stability in the region and the world."

Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un attend a state banquet in Pyongyang, North Korea, June 19. Photo: Sputnik

In particular, the treaty provides for the immediate provision of military and other assistance if one of the parties suffers an armed attack under Article 51 of the United Nations Charter.

In addition, the agreement aims to develop a comprehensive partnership based on the principles of mutual respect for national sovereignty and territorial integrity, equality and non-interference in internal affairs. The accompanying documents note that the document is "purely peaceful and defensive in nature, not directed against third countries and does not threaten peace and stability."

The parties also agreed to cooperate in the fields of food and energy security, information and communication technology and health care. Cooperation will also be expanded in the fields of trade, economy, investment and science and technology.

The Treaty shall enter into force on the date of exchange of instruments of ratification and shall have an indefinite duration.

Ngoc Anh (according to TASS)

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