Some officials describe the steps as building blocks for what could turn into a broader quarantine if American allies in Asia -- particularly China and South Korea -- can be convinced that Mr. Kim 's declaration on nuclear weapons last week means he must finally be forced to choose between disarmament and even deeper isolation .
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