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Europe Daily Bulletin No. 9279

5 October 2006
THE DAY IN POLITICS / (eu) eu/north korea
Helsinki is concerned about announcement of North Korean nuclear test

Brussels, 04/10/2006 (Agence Europe) - Pyongyang's announcement on 3 October that it intends to conduct a nuclear test to strengthen its nuclear arsenal has caused considerable protest and concern within the international community. The Finnish EU Presidency reacted on Tuesday afternoon on behalf of the European Union, expressing its “deep concern”. “This announcement is an irresponsible and escalatory step. It increases tension and undermines regional stability. The way ahead is...

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