According to him, “North Korea has the opportunity to end decades of poverty and oppression by following the path of denuclearization…I hope that Kim Jong-un will ultimately do what is right…for his people, who are suffering greatly and needlessly.”
If and when Kim Jong-un chooses to engage in constructive dialogue and actions, I am waiting,” said Pres. Trump. He also emphasized that his administration will continue its economic sanctions and maximum pressure campaign against North Korea. The U.S. military is ready to take action against the nation in response to its “foolish or reckless act.
“No matter what happens and what we do, we will never ever compromise the safety and security of the United States of America,” said the President.
Reaction from South Korea
Hours after Pres. Trump’s announcement, South Korean Pres. Moon Jae-in said he was very “perplexed” that summit will not happen.
In addition, Pres. Moon said, “Denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula and the establishment of permanent peace are historic tasks that can neither be abandoned nor delayed.”
