Japanese, North Korean foreign ministers chat in Singapore

Japanese Foreign Minister Taro Kono said he chatted with his North Korean counterpart Ri Yong Ho in Singapore on Friday night, at a time when top diplomats of other countries are actively holding bilateral meetings with Pyongyang.Speaking to reporters, Kono said he informed Ri of Japan's views and basic stances. But the Japanese minister declined to disclose further details, indicating their talks may not have been held in an amicable atmosphere as ties between the two nations have been worsening.With Prime Minister Shinzo Abe now willing to hold direct talks with North Korean leader Kim Jo…READ FULL ARTICLE