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“We need an effective American diplomacy that will marshall the resources of nations in the Asian Pacific Rim to put pressure on North Korea, on Kim Jong-un, to abandon his nuclear ambitions. It has to remain the policy of the United States of America, the denuclearization of the Korean peninsula…” quote by Mike Pence
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“We need an effective American diplomacy that will marshall the resources of nations in the Asian Pacific Rim to put pressure on North Korea, on Kim Jong-un, to abandon his nuclear ambitions. It has to remain the policy of the United States of America, the denuclearization of the Korean peninsula, plain and simple.”

Mike Pence

About This Quote

Source Speech: Remarks on North Korea Policy, United States, 2018

Advocates a coordinated US-led diplomatic effort in the Asia‑Pacific to pressure North Korea toward denuclearization.

In simple terms: Calls for joint regional pressure on North Korea.

Key Takeaway

Push for multilateral diplomacy.

Themes

diplomacy security non‑proliferation regional cooperation

Mood

determined strategic

Type

political policy

When to use this quote

  • policy negotiations
  • UN sanctions
  • bilateral talks
  • military exercises

Key Concepts

geopolitics deterrence collective action

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can the US balance pressure with engagement?
  • What incentives could persuade North Korea?
A Different Perspective

Complex regional interests may hinder unified action.

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