Germany Diplomatic Recognition North Korea

Germany formally established diplomatic ties with North Korea, marking another step in the isolated Stalinist nation's efforts to open to the outside world. A German Foreign Ministry spokesman said the countries signed a document in Berlin after talks that began Monday. The official said the establishment of ties will help North Korea further integrate into the international community.

Germany formally established diplomatic ties with North Korea, marking another step in the isolated Stalinist nation's efforts to open to the outside world. A German Foreign Ministry spokesman said the countries signed a document in Berlin after talks that began Monday. The official said the establishment of ties will help North Korea further integrate into the international community.

Britain and Germany announced plans to open diplomatic relations with North Korea for the first time since the creation of the Communist state more than 50 years ago. British Foreign Secretary Robin Cook said that more such links could foster good relations between North and South Korea. The U.S. said it expects to follow suit as it sees progress in missile and nuclear arms talks.

Britain and Germany announced plans to open diplomatic relations with North Korea for the first time since the creation of the Communist state more than 50 years ago. British Foreign Secretary Robin Cook said that more such links could foster good relations between North and South Korea. The U.S. said it expects to follow suit as it sees progress in missile and nuclear arms talks.