Secretary-General Condemns Underground Nuclear Test by Democratic People’s Republic of Korea

The following statement was issued today by the Spokesman for UN Secretary-General António Guterres:

The Secretary-General condemns the underground nuclear test announced by the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea.

This act is yet another serious breach of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea’s international obligations and undermines international non-proliferation and disarmament efforts.  This act is also profoundly destabilizing for regional security.  The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea is the only country that continues to break the norm against nuclear test explosions.

The Secretary-General reiterates his call on the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea leadership to cease such acts and to comply fully with its international obligations under relevant Security Council resolutions.

The Secretary-General remains in contact with all parties concerned.