North Korea

October 2005 | Risk Summary

Multilateral talks on North Korea's nuclear weapons programme have reached an agreement for the reclusive state to dismantle its atomic weapons in exchange for security guarantees, economic aid and increased diplomatic recognition. This historic joint statement, forged during the fourth round of talks between the five main regional powers and North Korea, came as hope was fading that a deal would be reached. There remain doubts, however, as to whether it can in fact provide a lasting solution. Disputes over the clarification, implementation and verification of any tentative agreement could yet lead to its

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