State media continued to lead with Xi Jinping's North Korea visit, now emphasizing its 'far-reaching significance' and 'new chapter' in bilateral ties. From morning, outlets like CCTV, China Daily, Huanqiu, and Beijing Daily published identical headlines framing the visit as a 'new chapter' in traditional friendship. By midday, the narrative shifted to 'far-reaching significance' with Xinhua and China Economic Net running reporter's notes. The Pyongyang story, dominating since June 6, remained the top editorial priority, with no new domestic agenda emerging. External sources diverged: Secret China reported a controversial state media article suggesting graduates consider delivery jobs, while SCMP highlighted Zhejiang University topping Harvard in Nature Index rankings. Caixin Global detailed new rules for Chinese capital outflows, and BBC Chinese covered animal cruelty protests. The day lacked a unified alternative narrative, underscoring state media's sustained focus on the choreographed diplomatic spectacle.