North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said his country must prepare for both “dialogue and confrontation” with the US — in his first direct comments on President Joe Biden’s administration.
During the plenary meeting Thursday of his ruling Workers’ Party’s central committee, Kim laid out “appropriate strategic and tactical counteraction” to deal with Washington, Reuters reported, citing state news agency KCNA.
“The general secretary stressed the need to get prepared for both dialogue and confrontation, especially to get fully prepared for confrontation, in order to protect the dignity of our state and its interests for independent development,” according to the outlet.
Such moves would “reliably guarantee the peaceful environment and the security of our state,” KCNA added.
The despot’s remarks suggest he’ll likely push to strengthen his nuclear arsenal and increase pressure on Washington to give up what North Korea deems a hostile American policy, though he’ll also prepare for talks to resume, according to some experts.
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{Matzav.com}
