Clinton must deal with Russian economic troubles, Iraqi intransigence, China-Taiwan tentions, North Korean missiles, and global terrorism and ecnomic chaos.
The United States should remain firm in its stance that nothingless than "complete, verifiable, irreversible dismantlement" ofNorth Korea's nuclear programs will be acceptable.
The Administration of President Donald Trump accelerated its North Korea policy review in order to complete it in time for the U.S.–China summit in April. Indications are that the Administration will emphasize improving defense capabilities, particularly ballistic missile defense, augmenting pressure tactics on Pyongyang, and seeking ways to convince Beijing to fully enforce United Nations sanctions.