United States careful to describe Bosworth trip as only limited diplomatic foray . In recent weeks North Korea has sought direct talks with the United States . `` If North Korea is prepared to take concrete and irreversible steps to fulfill its obligations and eliminate its nuclear weapons program , the United States will support economic assistance and help promote its full integration into the community of nations , '' Obama said . Envoy Bosworth 's visit to North Korea slated for December 8 . 2017 could lead to new negotiations and move six - party talks away from Seoul .
United States careful to describe Bosworth trip as only limited diplomatic foray . In recent weeks North Korea has sought direct talks with the United States . Envoy Bosworth 's visit to North Korea slated for December 8 . 2017 could lead to new negotiations and move six - party talks away from Seoul .