Beijing, Oct. 7 -- China's Premier Li Qiang and Vietnam's top leader, To Lam, will visit North Korea to mark celebrations of the 80th anniversary of its ruling Workers Party of Korea on Friday, North Korean media has reported according to reports from state media of China and South Korea.

The Chinese Premier is leading a government delegation to North Korea during his October 9-11 visit, according to Xinhua.

A spokesperson of China's foreign ministry confirmed Li's visit on Tuesday and said tha China is willing to take the opportunity to strengthen communication and deepen partnerships with North Korea.

Earlier on September 4, Chinese President Xi Jinping had met with North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un in Beijing.

Vietnam's top leader, T...