Daniel R. Russel: “It is very much in the interests of the United States, and therefore it is very much a diplomatic priority for the…”

We have no better allies or partners than Japan and the Republic of Korea.

Our strategy is based on deterrence, on diplomacy, and on pressure.

The tremendous pressure that we have applied through both multilateral and national sanctions has generated serious headwinds for the DPRK regime.

The President was able to point out that the United States will not compromise with our security or with the security of our allies.