July 2002
Meeting of the Foreign Ministers of the United States and North Korea - 2002-07-31
Colin Powell and Paek Nam-Sun met informally during the ASEAN conference to discuss U.S.-North Korea relations. Powell emphasized the importance of addressing nuclear non-proliferation and…
U.S. Welcomes Recent Statement from North Korea - 2002-07-27
The U.S. has expressed approval of a recent statement from North Korea indicating a desire to resume talks. Colin Powell, the U.S. Secretary of State,…
Resumption of Flights Between North and South Korea - 2002-07-20
North and South Korea have resumed direct flights after a previous suspension due to naval clashes. The flights will facilitate the construction of a nuclear…
Possibility of War Between North Korea and South Korea - 2002-07-09
North Korea has issued a warning to South Korea regarding the retrieval of a sunken warship, threatening war if it occurs without prior notification. This…
North Korea Calls for Dialogue and Cooperation with South Korea
North Korea has called for dialogue and cooperation with South Korea following a deadly maritime clash. This statement coincides with the 30th anniversary of a…
No Resumption of Talks Between the U.S. and North Korea - 2002-07-03
The U.S. has canceled plans for talks with North Korea following a deadly naval clash that resulted in casualties on both sides. The incident has…
South Korea Demands Apology from North Korea - 2002-07-02
A deadly maritime clash occurred between South and North Korea, leading South Korea to demand an apology from the North. President Kim Dae-jung warned of…