Seoul — South Korean officials are emphasising that they have detected no unusual movements in North Korea and are cautioning against reports that its leader, Kim Jong-un, may be ill or is being isolated because of coronavirus concerns.

South Korean President Moon Jae-in vowed on Monday to step up co-operation to help the North prevent the spread of the coronavirus but made no mention of Kim’s health or whereabouts...

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