And I believe this issue remains unchanged as the core of the matter.

To be frank, there is a difference in recognition between North Korea and the other countries. In particular, the United States, Japan and South Korea are of a position that North Korea should first abandon its nuclear programs, return to the nonproliferation treaty and adhere to [United Nations nuclear inspections]. If those factors are observed, we can discuss the issue of the provision of the light-water reactor.

All the participants concerned have some points that they are unsatisfied with. We are not necessarily satisfied.

Our stance remains unchanged. (Chernomyrdin) doesn't even understand the program he has proposed.

The crux of the statement was unchanged (from the last meeting), ... They said that policy remains accommodative, but that the central bank will respond to changes as needed. That's been the mantra since the tightening period began last June.

The crux of the statement was unchanged (from the last meeting). They said that policy remains accommodative, but that the central bank will respond to changes as needed. That's been the mantra since the tightening period began last June.