N. Korean Denuclearization Will Be Very Hard to Verify, Rand's Bennett Says

The transcript discusses the complexities of denuclearizing North Korea, highlighting the challenges in identifying and verifying nuclear facilities due to North Korea's secrecy and history of non-compliance. It outlines the need for a comprehensive inspection process, the difficulties posed by language barriers, and the importance of ensuring complete disarmament to prevent further nuclear development.

What is the first step in the denuclearization process according to the transcript?

• Identifying underground facilities

• Receiving a full declaration from North Korea

• Deploying inspectors to North Korea

• Negotiating with international bodies

What complicates the process of verifying North Korea's nuclear facilities?

• The use of outdated technology

• The lack of a comprehensive list of facilities

• The presence of international observers

• The cooperation of South Korea

What was a significant challenge faced during the last six-party talks?

• North Korea's history of dispersing activities

• Inability to monitor the Yongbyon facility

• Shortage of inspectors

• Lack of international support

Why is it difficult for inspectors to communicate effectively in North Korea?

• North Koreans use many American terms

• Inspectors are not trained in Korean

• Scientific language differs between North and South Korea

• There is a lack of translators

What is a major concern after dismantling nuclear warheads in North Korea?

• Negotiating new agreements

• Training new inspectors

• Rebuilding the facilities

• Ensuring North Korea does not enrich more material