US President Donald Trump says he is launching the “largest ever” set of new sanctions against North Korea.

The measures will target more than 50 ships and maritime transport companies.

“Today I am announcing that we are launching the largest-ever set of new sanctions on the North Korean regime,” Mr. Trump said in sections of a speech released in advance.

North Korea is already under a range of international and US sanctions over its nuclear programme and missile tests.

“The treasury department will soon be taking new action to further cut off sources of revenue and fuel that the regime uses to fund its nuclear programme and sustain its military by targeting 56 vessels, shipping companies, and trade businesses that are assisting North Korea in evading sanctions,” Mr. Trump said, according to the BBC.

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