MOSCOW, October 13. /TASS/. Moscow and Pyongyang are consolidating their efforts to establish a fair world order amid tectonic geopolitical shifts, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko said at a gala reception on the 78th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Russia and North Korea.

"Today, amid challenging tectonic geopolitical shifts, Russia and North Korea are taking a consolidated stance on key issues on the regional and international agenda. They are struggling shoulder to shoulder to establish a truly just multipolar world order. We stand ready to continue doing everything in our power to achieve the goals set by the leaders of our countries, both within the framework of the strategic dialogue between the foreign ministers and through contacts at other levels," he said.

Russia, in his words, is satisfied to see the high dynamics of the development of bilateral cooperation in various spheres, including in practical fields.

The reception at the North Korean embassy was attended by Ambassador Sin Hong Chol, as well as high-ranking officials, diplomats, and experts from the two countries.