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Originally Posted by Ray
NK is a problem.
It is high unpredictable.
It did not even heed China's (her only well wisher) friendly caution!
Because it is far and remote, it does not mean it is not a threat.
At the same time, Iran is in the hotseat of world's most dangerous area!
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Yes, N Korea is definitely a problem. If they were not they wouldnt warrant any sort of discussion. however, from the perspective of the US, N Korea is a problem that is better and more effectively dealt with by other parties. The pressing security concern is Iran(after the Iraq disaster that is).
As for why China has not yet taken steps to remove KJI from power, my guess is that from the Chinese point of view the benefits do not yet outweigh the risks. N Korea is a growing pain in the a#$ for China, but not yet a prime candidate for invasion. I wouldnt be surprised if the Chinese experience with Vietnam and what the Americans are going through in Iraq at this moment are giving the Chinese some pause. Invading a country is no small feat. It should only be done as a last resort. I think that N Korea has a way to go before they have to seriously fear Chinese invasion. Besides, there are other things (like shutting the border completely, supporting a coup) that the Chinese could try first.