Moscow says the crossing will boost trade and tourism, while some observers argue it will help the two countries discreetly move military cargo and personnel. North Korea and Russia held a ceremony to mark the completion of the first road bridge linking the two countries, in a fresh sign of deepening ties between Moscow and Kim Jong Un’s regime. Key points and original sources are listed below.

• Moscow says the crossing will boost trade and tourism, while some observers argue it will help the two countries discreetly move military cargo and personnel.S1

• North Korea and Russia held a ceremony to mark the completion of the first road bridge linking the two countries, in a fresh sign of deepening ties between Moscow and Kim Jong Un’s regime.S2