CLEAN : North Korea missile test aimed to be "noticeable, but not too strong": Analyst

The transcript discusses North Korea's diplomatic strategies, emphasizing their signals to the USA, the current diplomatic talks, and their successful past negotiations. It highlights North Korea's challenging situation due to sanctions and their unwavering stance on retaining nuclear weapons, regardless of economic incentives or threats.

What was the nature of the signal sent to the Americans?

• It was meant to be strong and aggressive.

• It was intended to be noticeable but not too strong.

• It was a direct threat.

• It was a request for economic aid.

Why does North Korea want talks to start sooner?

• They want to increase their nuclear arsenal.

• They are in a difficult situation due to sanctions.

• They want to delay sanctions.

• They are in a strong economic position.

How has North Korean diplomacy been described?

• Completely ineffective.

• Remarkably successful.

• Remarkably unsuccessful.

• Aggressive and confrontational.

What is North Korea's stance on nuclear weapons?

• They will never surrender them, regardless of promises or threats.

• They are willing to surrender them for economic prosperity.

• They are open to negotiation.

• They have already surrendered them.

What will not change North Korea's stance on nuclear weapons?

• Military threats.

• Both economic promises and threats.

• Economic prosperity promises.

• Diplomatic isolation.