US Defense Secretary Mark Esper says North Korea may consider resumption of ROK-US military training, depending on North Korea's future actions.

If North Korea, which foresaw 'shocking real action', carried out high-strength provocations such as intercontinental ballistic missiles and ICBM launches, it also showed the possibility of resuming the ROK-US Combined Forces Training, which had been suspended and curtailed. is.

In an interview with MSNBC, Mr. Spur asked, "It is time to resume military training with the ROK," when North Korean leader Kim Jong-un predicted a new strategic weapon through a report by the Labor Party. According to what we want to review. "

"It's true that we reduced training because we wanted to keep the door open for diplomacy," he added. "And I think it's the right way."

ROK and US defense officials have delayed allied air training scheduled for November last year in order to drive denuclearization negotiations with North Korea.

Mr. Esper's statement also cautioned against further provocations under the premise of “according to North Korea's next action.” It is noteworthy that discussions on resumption of ROK-US military training will begin in earnest.

In a Fox News interview, Mr. Esper reaffirmed that diplomatic solutions are the best, and that "political agreement" for denuclearization of the Korean peninsula is the best way.

Mr. Spur urged Kim to refrain from provocations, stressing his return to the negotiating table, and is confident he is prepared for US troops to deter North Korea's bad behavior, saying he is ready to fight tonight if necessary.