28 Apr 2017
British PM May: North Korean missile tests represent threat to global peace and stability
UK Prime Minister Theresa May is crossing the wires, via Reuters, saying that they will work with international partners to maintain pressure on North Korea.
Key quotes (via Reuters):
- Have reaffirmed with Japan's Abe our commitment to free trade
- This is not the time for the UK to step back from the world
- Have told Japan's Abe that we are determined to remain the best place in Europe for companies to do business
- Agreed with Japan's Abe that we need to stand firm in face of Russia's destabilising activity
- Have highlighted our opposition to any activity on the south and east China Sea that is likely to increase tension
- Agreed with Japan's Abe that North Korea continues to take provocative action
- We stand steadfast in our condemnation of such destabilising activity
- North Korean missile tests represent threat to global peace and stability
- Will work with international partners to maintain pressure on North Korea