Mr. Iijima said upon landing in Beijing from Pyongyang on his way back to Tokyo Friday evening that he wouldn't be releasing any details of his visit.

WSJ: Trip to Pyongyang Irks Tokyo's Allies

And then that dinner -- that evening there will be a state dinner in Beijing, which the President is very thankful for the gracious hospitality of the Chinese hosts.

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Turning back to New Year festivities, The Beijing News recaps the highlights of Saturday's China Central Television's New Year evening gala, one of the most-watched television shows on Earth.

BBC: China media: New Year haze