staying relevant to t conversation. what s that about? it may actually be a g sign. it may be moving forward in a good direction. countries like russia and china want to make sure they are involved, that they maintain their relationship with north korea, a country which both have seen as if not a dirt ally, certainly a useful continued relationship. and so t are going to be now i think lobbying to remain involved in the negotiations and remain very relevant, an to sure that their own interests are protected along the way. i think that that s very important, parcularly when we are talking about even china, which will be worried about regional implications. a good conversation thank you for joining us. up next, at&t s merger with time warner could be final ayed just days fr now. what that mega deal could mean for you the consumer and other potential mergers that are in e work. e work. you are watching msnbc.