South's Trade Cuts Will Burden Impoverished North

from National Public Radio

The U.S. supports South Korea's decision to sever nearly all trade with North Korea. The decision may be directed at North Korea's ruler but the impact will be felt by North Korea's impoverished population. Lena Savelli is head of the U.N.'s World Food Program office in Beijing, she discusses the implications of these developments with Renee Montagne.

Broadcast Dates

• Morning Edition, May 26, 2010