Three countries restate North Korea denuclearisation goal

Politics · First reported 31 Oct, 03:28 · Updated 09:12

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The United States, South Korea and Japan reaffirmed their call for North Korea’s complete denuclearisation, while Pyongyang continues to reject disarmament. The reports also point to speculation about possible US–North Korea talks.

The United States, South Korea and Japan reaffirmed their commitment to North Korea’s complete denuclearisation.
The three countries also pledged to implement UN Security Council resolutions, including restrictions on support for North Korea’s nuclear and ballistic missile programmes.
North Korea has rejected disarmament, and the reports describe speculation about a possible meeting between its leader and US President Donald Trump.

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Key facts

Countries reaffirming the stance: United States, South Korea and Japan
Stated goal: Complete denuclearisation of North Korea
Meeting setting: G20 sidelines in Atlanta, according to the Al Jazeera report
North Korea’s position: The reports say Pyongyang rejects disarmament