denuclearisation
Coverage of denuclearisation in the Nexus archive.
- Trump: Doha meeting may prove important for Iran talks
US President Donald Trump announced a new round of Iran talks in Doha, Qatar, aimed at securing Iran's denuclearization. He described the meeting's importance as uncertain but expressed confidence in US efforts, stating Iran has agreed not to pursue nuclear weapons and that the conflict is 'almost won militarily.'
- Time for US wishful thinking on North Korean denuclearisation is over
Chinese President Xi Jinping's recent visit to Pyongyang may mark a turning point in the international debate over North Korea’s nuclear weapons. The visit avoided public discussion of denuclearisation, with Xi instead advocating for expanded cooperation.
- Has Beijing given up on a nuclear weapon-free Korean peninsula?
China has not explicitly addressed nuclear weapons during and after President Xi Jinping's recent visit to North Korea, but analysts suggest this does not indicate acceptance of Pyongyang's growing nuclear arsenal. Neither Beijing nor Pyongyang mentioned nuclear weapons or denuclearisation in official statements following the two-day state visit.
- Was Xi’s stance on China-North Korea military ties also a message for US, Russia?
Chinese President Xi Jinping and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un discussed enhancing exchanges in diplomacy, law enforcement, and military affairs. Analysts suggest North Korea may avoid intensifying military ties with China despite its strategic importance in countering the United States.
- Xi lands in North Korea with denuclearisation likely off the table
Chinese President Xi Jinping began his first visit to North Korea since 2019, emphasizing 'unwavering' friendship and deeper ties. The visit occurs as North Korea expands its nuclear arsenal and strengthens connections with Russia, with denuclearisation likely not on the agenda.
- North Korea says its nuclear programme is ‘irreversible’ ahead of Chinese leader’s visit
North Korea declared its nuclear program 'irreversible' ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit, challenging US denuclearization efforts. Kim Yo-jong, sister of Kim Jong-un, criticized US and Chinese statements on denuclearization as 'false information'.
- Will Xi’s North Korea visit show Kim that China remains Pyongyang’s most vital ally?
President Xi Jinping is visiting North Korea for the first time in seven years to strengthen economic and diplomatic ties, amid stalled progress on denuclearisation. Analysts suggest the visit highlights China's confidence and its role as Pyongyang's key ally.