Kim Jong-un Hints at Improving U.S. Relations - With Caveats
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- North Korean leader Kim Jong-un stated that improved relations with the United States are possible if Washington recognizes North Korea as a nuclear weapons state, during the Workers’ Party congress that concluded recently.
- The congress, held once every five years, was used by Kim to outline his foreign policy for the next five years, emphasizing the expansion and consolidation of North Korea’s nuclear capabilities.
- Kim highlighted that North Korea could choose either "peaceful coexistence" or a "permanent standoff" with the U.S., depending on Washington’s approach, specifically urging the U.S. to abandon its hostile policies and respect North Korea’s nuclear status.
- North Korea has strengthened its international position by supporting Russia in the Ukraine conflict and deepening ties
