N Korea at crossroadsNorth Korea in spotlight as ASEAN Regional Forum convenes virtually
Pyongyang may seek economic relief but US has 'no plans' to engage directly
The annual ASEAN Regional Forum is a rare international platform in which North Korea regularly participates. © Reuters
KENTARO IWAMOTO and KIM JAEWON, Nikkei staff writers
SINGAPORE/SEOUL -- A virtual ASEAN Regional Forum ministerial meeting Friday evening is expected to look at issues including Korean Peninsula security and, if North Korea sends a representative, provide an opportunity for the reclusive country to talk with the international community.