A North Korean delegation of fishery experts visited an algae production company in China earlier this month, underscoring Pyongyang’s continued interest in strengthening its food security situation through Beijing’s expertise.

The delegation from the Pyongyang No. 1 Sub-branch of the North Korea Fisheries Development Company visited the Shandong Jiejing Group Corporation on April 23, according to a company statement.

Shandong Jiejing Group’s CEO hosted the six member North Korean delegation led by Vice President Jung Yong Ho, who toured the firm’s production facilities in the coastal city of Rizhao, Shandong Province, the statement said. Representatives from the Rizhao Economic and