North Korea in spotlight as ASEAN Regional Forum convenes virtually

Pyongyang may seek economic relief but US has 'no plans' to engage directly

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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.

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