www.euronews.net China has been quick to send an invitation for the new North Korean leader to visit Beijing. The Chinese President expressed his condolences over the death of Kim Jong-il at a ceremony at the North Korean embassy in Beijing. Chinese authorities had already said it recognised Kim Jong-un as the new head of state in Pyongyang. A foreign ministry spokesman said: "China and North Korea have always kept up high-level visits, and we welcome the North Korean leader to visit at a convenient time to both sides." Video Rating: 3 / 5
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