Six-Year Covid Halt Ends: China-North Korea Rails Return

Six-Year Covid Halt Ends: China-North Korea Rails Return

China and North Korea have restarted international passenger trains between Beijing and Pyongyang after a six‑year suspension due to the Covid‑19 pandemic. The Beijing–Pyongyang and Dandong-Pyongyang services will run regularly, initially focusing on business and official travel, marking a key step in restoring travel and strengthening ties.