05/02/2004
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"Yes; it is. The most important factor in this is the change in South Korea's willingness to respond to North Korean provocations with force."
"In the absence of that, we don't have a chance of even finding out what it's all about."
"Given these very real risks, the best option is to consult closely with South Korea and launch bilateral talks with North Korea when we decide the time is appropriate."
"The risks of maintaining the status quo, in my judgment, are grave."