What Does Rex Tillerson Want From The State Department?
Steve Inskeep speaks to Secretary of State Rex Tillerson about the Trump administration's goals and strategy in dealing with North Korea's latest provocations.
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Trump Administration Wants North Korea At Negotiating Table On Nuclear Weapons
Secretary of State Tillerson tells NPR Kim Jong Un has to show up willing to talk about giving up the arms: "We do not seek a collapse of [his] regime. ... We seek a denuclearized Korean peninsula."
Because I Was Harmed
An advocate against female genital mutilation/cutting explains: "I wanted to break the sense of powerlessness that persists generation after generation."
Mexico Economy Minister Ready To Renegotiate NAFTA With Trump
President Trump is seeking to renegotiate the North American Free Trade Agreement. In an interview with NPR's John Burnett, Mexico Economy Minister Ildefonso Guajardo says Mexico is anxious to retool the 23-year-old agreement in areas as varied as energy and telecom. John Burnett speaks with Audie Cornish about what he's learned.
Trump Looks To Renegotiate NAFTA With Canada
Donald Trump's tough stance on trade with Canada has some U.S. businesses worrying and others celebrating. Some are surprised at the focus on Canada as Trump begins NAFTA negotiations.
Pope Francis Visits Egypt Coptic Church After Bombings
It's a nervous time for Christians in Egypt after suicide attacks on churches there. They look forward to a visit from Pope Francis tomorrow to boost morale.
French National Front Member On What's Attracting People To Her Party
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Patricia Chagnon, a member of Marine Le Penn's party Front National.
Trump Tells Canada And Mexico He Will Renegotiate NAFTA, Not Withdraw From It
The president told reporters he would terminate the trade agreement if he's unable to make a fair deal "for our workers and our companies."
Homegrown Indian Beverage Industry Takes On Cola Giants With Nostalgic Flavors
A handful of new Indian beverage companies are offering traditional Indian tastes in neat, hygienic packs and bottles. The industry is growing fast and already competing with big soda companies.
American To Stand Trial Over Guatemalan Adoptions
Guatemala was once one of the world's most popular adoption destinations, but stopped the practice after mass corruption was exposed. An American woman is set to stand trial over related charges.