Pence Says U.S. Has Run Out of Patience With North Korea

The transcript discusses the US's tough stance on North Korea, as communicated by the Vice President, who emphasized that strategic patience is over and all options, including military, are on the table. The discussion also covers North Korea's missile tests and the US's response, highlighting the provocations. The role of China is examined, with the US seeking China's help in addressing the North Korean threat, while balancing trade and diplomatic relations. The complexity of US-China dynamics is explored, noting the challenges in cooperation and the President's evolving understanding of the situation.

What did the Vice President indicate about the US's approach to North Korea?

• All options, including military, are on the table.

• The US will continue strategic patience.

• The US will ignore North Korea's actions.

• The US will only use diplomatic measures.

Why was the Vice President compelled to respond to North Korea's actions?

• North Korea launched a missile during his flight.

• He wanted to announce new sanctions.

• He was visiting China at the time.

• He was addressing the United Nations.

What is the US's strategy regarding China's involvement with North Korea?

• To label China a currency manipulator.

• To use China's influence to pressure North Korea.

• To form a military alliance with China.

• To isolate China from the issue.

How does the US plan to handle trade issues with China in relation to North Korea?

• By ignoring trade issues completely.

• By imposing heavy tariffs on Chinese goods.

• By signing a new trade agreement.

• By linking trade issues with national security concerns.

What did the President learn about China's position on North Korea?

• The US should not rely on China at all.

• The situation is more complex than initially thought.

• China has no interest in North Korea.

• China can easily control North Korea.