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News U.S Senate unanimously passes N.Korea sanctions billNews comes on the same day Japan adds to sanctions on North Korea visits and shipping
The U.S. Senate unanimously voted on Wednesday to bolster sanctions on North Korea in the wake of its February 7 satellite launch. The bill follows earlier legislation passed last month by the House of Representatives on the heels of January’s nuclear test. The two events have likely solidified support around the bills and could mean any differences between them are resolved speedily. “I have to see the final Senate bill to know whether there will be further amendments. I know there was some further discussion of amendments, but I don’t know the outcome of those yet. I do, however, expect © Korea Risk Group. All rights reserved. |