Russian President Vladimir Putin confirmed he and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un discussed a range of topics including denuclearization and economic cooperation during their summit in Vladivostok Thursday, but stressed the DPRK remains focused on security guarantees.
Speaking to reporters during a post-summit press conference, Putin repeatedly suggested the main obstacle to progress in talks with the U.S. remains the North’s continued concerns over its security.
Russian President Vladimir Putin confirmed he and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un discussed a range of topics including denuclearization and economic cooperation during their summit in Vladivostok Thursday, but stressed the DPRK remains focused on security guarantees.
Speaking to reporters during a post-summit press conference, Putin repeatedly suggested the main obstacle to progress in talks with the U.S. remains the North’s continued concerns over its security.
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