North Korea's nuclear activities continue to violate United Nations Security Council resolutions and "remain a cause for serious concern," the acting director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) told a UN General Assembly meeting on Monday.
The remarks, delivered by Cornel Feruta, the IAEA's acting leader, made clear, as in previous years, that the IAEA is not satisfied with the North's current proclaimed efforts to denuclearize — but would be there to assist as soon as Pyongyang and its various negotiating partners are ready to strike a deal.
North Korea's nuclear activities continue to violate United Nations Security Council resolutions and "remain a cause for serious concern," the acting director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) told a UN General Assembly meeting on Monday.
The remarks, delivered by Cornel Feruta, the IAEA's acting leader, made clear, as in previous years, that the IAEA is not satisfied with the North's current proclaimed efforts to denuclearize — but would be there to assist as soon as Pyongyang and its various negotiating partners are ready to strike a deal.
Become a member for less than $4 per week.
Unlimited access to all of NK News: reporting, investigations, analysis
The NK News Daily Update, an email newsletter to keep you in the loop
Searchable archive of all content, photo galleries, special columns
Contact NK News reporters with tips or requests for reporting
Get unlimited access to all NK News content, including original reporting, investigations, and analyses by our team of DPRK experts.
Subscribe now
All major cards accepted. No commitments – you can cancel any time.