Kim ends secretive China visit

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Kim ends secretive China visit

North Korean leader Kim Jong-il has completed a highly secretive visit to China where he reportedly discussed his country's nuclear standoff with the US.

There was official silence about the visit until it ended, but diplomats said China urged Mr Kim to soften his stance on the nuclear issue.

Mr Kim also reportedly discussed Pyongyang's ailing economy and visited a model farm at the end of his stay.

China is a key ally of North Korea and a mediator in the nuclear standoff.

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[mmm]

1. Mr. Kim may soften his stance... while stepping up production

Sooner or later, one way or the other, he will need all the
nukes he can muster.

[David__77]

2. From a strategic perspective, Kim would be foolish to disarm.

Disarmament only invites invasion and bullying. The war against Iraq has shown that those who show weakness will pay the price.