China-North Korea rail services restored as neighbours try to get relations back on track

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Laura ZhouMarch 10, 2026 at 02:00 PM

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China is resuming passenger train services to North Korea after a six-year suspension, signaling warmer relations between the two nations. Starting Thursday, trains will run between Beijing and Pyongyang four times a week, and a daily service will operate between Dandong, China, and Pyongyang. The Beijing-Pyongyang train will allocate two carriages for foreign tourists. The China Railway Group (CREC) stated the restored rail service aims to boost travel, economic and trade cooperation, cultural exchange, and strengthen friendship between the two countries. The move comes as North Korea faces increasing tensions with South Korea and uncertainty with the United States.

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South Korea 40% Donald Trump 50% Dandong 60% China Railway Group (CREC) ×370% Beijing ×370% Pyongyang ×480% China ×490% North Korea ×390%

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