On the recordMarch 4, 2013
North Korea's pursuit of nuclear and ballistic missile programs do not make it secure.
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congress.govNorth Korea's pursuit of nuclear and ballistic missile programs do not make it secure.
Hagel emphasizes that North Korea's actions lead to isolation rather than security.
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