Arrival at Beijing International Airport April 13

Remarks by Christopher R. Hill
Asst. Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs
Arrival at Beijing Capital International Airport
April 13, 2007

ASSISTANT SECRETARY HILL:  All right.  One real quick question.  

QUESTION:  Have you heard the North Korean statement?

ASSISTANT SECRETARY HILL:  No, I haven’t.

QUESTION:  The article said that they are willing to dismantle the nuclear program (inaudible) proven (inaudible) freed up.

ASSISTANT SECRETARY HILL:  I heard that already, about a month ago.  

QUESTION:  Are you still hoping that the North Koreans will see you tomorrow?

ASSISTANT SECRETARY HILL:  That’s up to them.  I’m not hoping for anything.

QUESTION:  Are you ready to set a new date for the deadline?

ASSISTANT SECRETARY HILL:  No, I’m ready to consult with the Chinese.  

See you all later.  

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