The possibility of a nuclear war seem to be abating as China has finally stepped in, to defuse tensions between the US and North Korea.
Following a meeting in the Philippines, China’s foreign minister has told his North Korean counterpart that Pyongyang should stop carrying out nuclear and missile tests, hours after fresh sanctions were agreed by the United Nations Security Council. Wang Yi also urged Ri Yong-ho to abide by UN resolutions.
Saturday’s resolution banning North Korean exports and limiting investments in the country was passed unanimously. Mr Wang said sanctions were needed, but “are not the final goal”, and he urged dialogue. He said he had told North Korea to remain calm, and not provoke the international community with more tests.
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