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South Korea's Lee to Propose Phased Denuclearization for North Korea at UN
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News18•22-09-2026, 06:45
South Korea's Lee to Propose Phased Denuclearization for North Korea at UN
- •South Korean President Lee Jae Myung will advocate for a practical, step-by-step denuclearization of North Korea at the UN General Assembly.
- •Lee emphasizes a "stop, reduction, and dismantlement" approach, stating it's unrealistic to wait for complete denuclearization given North Korea's advanced nuclear capabilities.
- •He plans to pursue a "phased and pragmatic solution" and build on his vision for peace, including exploring ways to curb North Korea's nuclear program through talks to formally end the Korean War.
- •Lee calls for comprehensive dialogue to establish a framework benefiting South Korea, the US, and North Korea, stressing the need to show Pyongyang a path to a secure and prosperous future.
- •Despite North Korea's recent weapons tests and dismissal of US outreach, Lee maintains that both South Korea and the US are open to dialogue without preconditions, urging a political decision from leaders.
Key Questions Answered
South Korea's President Lee Jae Myung plans to call for a practical, step-by-step phased denuclearisation approach involving stop, reduction, and dismantlement during the UN General Assembly.
North Korea dismissed US President Donald Trump's downsizing of the Ulchi Freedom Shield exercise, subsequently performing three rounds of weapons launches and criticizing ongoing US hostilities.
President Lee stated that his government has noted her rising status and is keeping all possibilities open, while emphasizing the need to be careful about expressing a definite view at this stage.
