September 9, 2016

"The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) announced on Friday that it has conducted a successful nuclear warhead explosion test.

The test, which marked the DPRK's fifth nuclear test in total and second so far this year, is regrettable and constitutes yet another reckless act of Pyongyang. It runs counter to UN Security Council resolutions as well as the ultimate goal of denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula.

The blast is full of symbolism as it took place on the 68th anniversary of the country's founding. Yet ironically, it has dealt yet another heavy blow to the foundation of regional security, its own security included."

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