Daniel R. Russel: “I recognize the importance of energy security for ourselves and our allies.”

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

The stability and the security of the Pacific region is a vital U.S. national interest.

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

We deter North Korea through a strong defensive military posture rooted in our alliances with South Korea and Japan.