US, South Korea, Japan call for ‘complete denuclearisation’ of North Korea
⟶ The United States, South Korea, and Japan have issued a joint statement calling for the complete denuclearization of North Korea. The statement was released in conjunction with efforts by US President Donald Trump to arrange a new meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.
The joint statement comes as US President Donald Trump seeks a new meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.
Why it matters
The call for denuclearization indicates a continued focus on this issue by the three nations. The potential for a new meeting suggests ongoing diplomatic engagement between the US and North Korea.