The resolution passed with 13 votes, none against and two abstentions from the People's Republic of China and Pakistan,[5] which both called for North Korea to return to the NPT.[6] The Security Council noted with concern the intentions of the DPRK and reaffirmed the "crucial contribution which progress in non-proliferation can make to the maintenance of international peace and security" and called on the North Korean government to be committed and honour its obligations under the Treaty.[7] The resolution also required the Director-General of the IAEA to consult with the DPRK to find a solution and report back in due course.[8] At the insistence of the People's Republic of China, which abstained, the resolution did not make reference to any sanctions if North Korea failed to comply with the Security Council.[5]