Friday, 18 August, 2017
  • Global Media
  • Korea's Moon to send delegation to China amid frayed ties

Korea's Moon to send delegation to China amid frayed ties

Chinese President Xi Jinping at the World Economic Forum annual meeting in Davos Switzerland in January RUBEN SPRICH REUTERS Chinese President Xi Jinping at the World Economic Forum annual meeting in Davos Switzerland in January
Christy Curtis | 18 May, 2017, 11:09

U.S. President Donald Trump has responded to the new South Korean president's advocacy of talks with North Korea by saying he does not oppose discussions, but reiterated that the circumstances must be right, according to a transcript of an NBC interview.

China has rigorously objected to the deployment of the USA missile defense system in South Korea, saying it destabilized regional security and did little to curb any threat from North Korea's nuclear and missile programs, which are in defiance of U.S. pressure and United Nations sanctions.

During the call, Moon told Xi that South Korean people and companies in China "are going through many difficulties", and said he hoped Xi could "pay special attention so the restrictions and sanctions could be smoothly resolved", Yoon said.

Many see Moon's manner as a refreshing break from his disgraced, jailed predecessor Park Geun-hye, whom critics saw as aloof and autocratic.

During the phone conversation, the two leaders discussed a broad range of bilateral issues, including the Korean Peninsula and the DPRK's nuclear program, Yoon said.

Meanwhile, North Korea sent a rare letter of protest to the US House of Representatives on Friday warning that a new package of tougher sanctions would only spur its development of nuclear weapons, North Korea's state media reported. USA officials have said they see no value in resuming global talks with North Korea until Pyongyang has made clear it is committed to denuclearization. "There will be a need to demonstrate specific actions that will lead to the denuclearization of North Korea".

Taking the oath of office in Seoul on Wednesday, Moon said he will further bolster the alliance and "immediately fly to Washington if necessary" for the sake of peace on the Korean Peninsula. "A candidate from the Saenuri Party was elected president in the South with a razor-thin margin", according to the 2012 dispatch that was read in full.

US officials have said they see no value in resuming worldwide talks with North Korea under current circumstances and that Pyongyang must make clear it is committed to denuclearization.

Abe and Moon agreed to meet soon, and Xi invited the South Korean leader to Beijing. Earlier in the day, Moon spoke with British Prime Minister Theresa May and German Chancellor Angela Merkel, the Blue House said. Instead, he only told Abe that there are "cautious opinions" circulating in public about the accord, which was signed to put the issue of comfort women to rest "finally and irreversibly", the official said.

Sally Yates: Russians had 'real leverage' over Michael Flynn
Would Trump request to end Flynn probe have broken law?

Recommended

  • The Colons, Kevin Owens' Highlight Reel, AJ Styles vs

    The Colons, Kevin Owens' Highlight Reel, AJ Styles vs

    Jinder Mahal continued his winning ways on Smackdown Live Tuesday as he defeated AJ Styles and laid out WWE Champion Randy Orton. Maybe there's more to Mahal than most have seen to date, but he still seems to need a bit of development to hang with Orton.
    West Bank votes in polls underlining Palestinian split

    West Bank votes in polls underlining Palestinian split

    Saturday's vote gave Palestinians a rare chance to cast ballots after over a decade without presidential or legislative elections. Palestinian Prime Minister Rami Hamdallah cast his vote at a polling station in his hometown of Anabta in the northern West Bank.
    What you need to know about North Korea's missile test

    What you need to know about North Korea's missile test

    The adoption of the statement comes on the eve of an emergency, closed-door meeting of the Security Council scheduled for Tuesday. North Korea published photos and video clips from Sunday's successful launch of its Hwasong-12 midrange missile.
  • Trump faces fallout over Comey memo, Russian intelligence sharing

    Trump faces fallout over Comey memo, Russian intelligence sharing

    Therefore, says the Justice Department, "it follows that an endeavor to obstruct justice need not be successful to be criminal". The Justice Department's appointment late Wednesday of a special counsel in the case is a positive development.
    Over 50% doctors affected with hypertension

    Over 50% doctors affected with hypertension

    Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring is therefore a more consistent and accurate method of measuring blood pressure levels. Globally, the prevalence of hypertension in youngsters is nearly 10 per cent and this has doubled in just a decade.
    West Brom will pull out of Taylor deal rather than face tribunal

    West Brom will pull out of Taylor deal rather than face tribunal

    Leeds United have revealed on their official website that they have offered a new deal to contract rebel Charlie Taylor. However, Baggies boss Tony Pulis is not willing to take the risk of going to a tribunal to sign the defender.
  • Family wants justice, not protests for teen killed by Balch Springs PD

    Family wants justice, not protests for teen killed by Balch Springs PD

    Merritt has told CNN that, at this time, Jordan's family wishes to grieve privately until after the funeral. Jackson said, "Their boy was brutally murdered, violently murdered in front of his brothers".
    (KSS) Price Target Lowered to $39.00 at Royal Bank of Canada

    (KSS) Price Target Lowered to $39.00 at Royal Bank of Canada

    The transaction was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is accessible through the SEC website . The 52 week high Kohl's Corporation's shares have reached is 59.67 whilst the 52 week low for the company's shares is 34.1.
    LaVar Ball Called 'Disrespectful To Women' By Radio Host

    LaVar Ball Called 'Disrespectful To Women' By Radio Host

    Leahy then asked if Ball was threatening her. "That's just not OK", she said. "No, that's what you say", Ball responded. He told Cowherd he had sold in the ballpark of 400-500 pairs of the shoes.
  • BHP Billiton plc (BLT) Downgraded to

    BHP Billiton plc (BLT) Downgraded to "Sell" at Goldman Sachs Group Inc

    With 67,800 avg volume, 29 days are for T2 Biosystems Incorporated (NASDAQ:TTOO)'s short sellers to cover TTOO's short positions. Morgan Stanley reiterated a "buy" rating on shares of BHP Billiton Limited in a research note on Saturday, January 21st.
    Thibaut Courtois: 'Chelsea had to respond to last season's critics'

    Thibaut Courtois: 'Chelsea had to respond to last season's critics'

    Arsenal were leading the division less than a week ago but a loss at Chelsea saw the Gunners miss out on the league title. The Dutchman, who led the side to a 10th-place finish, met with Conte at the end of that season.
    There's a Nintendo Direct for ARMS Tomorrow Night

    There's a Nintendo Direct for ARMS Tomorrow Night

    United Kingdom time, will provide "a deep dive" into the new " ARMS " game designed for Nintendo Switch, the company confirms. Whetting Splatoon fans' appetites, Nintendo unleashes more information about ARMS' weapons, playing modes, and characters .

Jeter's No. 2 retired in emotional Yankees ceremony Jeter's No. 2 retired in emotional Yankees ceremony Eventually nothing is next because you're retired, but we all had those same mindsets and that's why I think we had success. Clippard spent 2008-14 with Washington so he only faced Jeter once, but it's an at-bat he'll never forget.

Would Trump request to end Flynn probe have broken law? Would Trump request to end Flynn probe have broken law? Comey was leading an investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election when he was sacked by Trump. But the White House (and, in the case of the Comey-Trump memos, the FBI) could just decide not to hand anything over.

Sally Yates: Russians had 'real leverage' over Michael Flynn Sally Yates: Russians had 'real leverage' over Michael Flynn Ultimately, she told Cooper , she has no regrets about her decisions during her tenure as acting attorney general. Aside from that breach of trust, the big problem was that there was no way he could get away with it.

Amtrak conductor shot at Naperville station; Suspect in custody Amtrak conductor shot at Naperville station; Suspect in custody When officers arrived, the man was being restrained by other passengers on the train. The gunman was held by passengers until police arrived on scene and he was arrested.

FG Confirms that Another Chibok Girl has been Found FG Confirms that Another Chibok Girl has been Found Last Saturday (May 6) about 82 girls were freed in exchange for Boko Haram commanders after being held captive for three years. Human rights advocates also fear some of the girls have been used by the extremist organization to carry out suicide bombings.

Ohio high school students get pepper-sprayed for class Ohio high school students get pepper-sprayed for class In order to graduate from a career tech program in OH , students need 12 points, so the spray was probably well worth it for some. The video was posted on the pro police Blue Lives Matters website and has since been viewed more hundreds of thousands of times.

Bollywood's favourite mom, Reema Lagoo passes away Bollywood's favourite mom, Reema Lagoo passes away She took the name Reema Lagoo after her marriage - she and her husband later separated but Ms Lagoo retained the name. Veteran actor Reema Lagoo passed away at the age of 59 this morning after suffering a cardiac arrest.

Chelsea Manning freed from military prison Chelsea Manning freed from military prison After joking "i$3 f I really wanted to kill myself, I could use my underwear", Manning's underwear was then confiscated. Manning's commutation received a host of criticism from some in the government - including now-President Trump.

South Sudanese refugees need $1.4b this year South Sudanese refugees need $1.4b this year UNHCR coordinates the overall response with governments, humanitarian agencies as well as with refugees and host communities. The current rate of people fleeing South Sudan exceeds the humanitarian community's already pessimistic estimates.

Fidget spinner gets lodged in girl's throat Fidget spinner gets lodged in girl's throat A fidget spinner has two or three paddles that can be spun, similar to a fan, which in theory, allows people to relax. Some Facebook users have questioned the quality of the fidget spinner in question. "Not for children under 3 years".

Haley: US will 'tighten the screws' on North Korean nuclear program Haley: US will 'tighten the screws' on North Korean nuclear program But he has said that North Korea must change its attitude of insisting on pressing ahead with its arms development before dialogue is possible.

How to REALLY Make Your Mom's Mother's Day the Best Ever How to REALLY Make Your Mom's Mother's Day the Best Ever Mother's Day ranks third on the list of high attendance Sundays in most churches, falling behind only Easter and Christmas. How many words does it take to explain who a mother is or what a mother does? Why? Well, they are nurturing the future.

Democrats Going to Do Whatever It Takes to Impeach Trump Democrats Going to Do Whatever It Takes to Impeach Trump In a weird twist on Wednesday, Russian President Vladimir Putin offered to turn over to Congress records of Trump's discussions. And the Senate Intelligence Committeesent a letter to Comey asking him to appear before them in both closed and open sessions.

Elliott Management says Barcelona meeting with BHP CEO was "constructive" Elliott Management says Barcelona meeting with BHP CEO was The logical next step would be an in-depth, open and timely independent strategic review of the business, Elliott said. BHP has said it would review the plans and respond.

Schwarber, Rizzo HR, Cubs top Reds 9-5; Maddon's 1000th win Schwarber, Rizzo HR, Cubs top Reds 9-5; Maddon's 1000th win The Reds will promote left-hander Amir Garrett from Triple-A Louisville to start Thursday's series finale against the Cubs. Hendricks is the first starter to right himself and hit the kind of commanding stride the team has desperately needed.