Wikileaks founder Julian Assange has spoken exclusively to ABC Radio National from inside Ecuador's London embassy.

Mr Assange, who sought asylum at the embassy earlier this week, said he would remain there until his bid was resolved, but he was unsure when that would be.

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The 40-year-old said his dramatic bid for asylum in Ecuador was aimed in part at raising awareness of what he says is a US plot to extradite him.

Here's what Mr Assange had to say:

He took interviewer Fran Kelly through the steps that led to him seeking asylum in Ecuador:

He acknowledged that the US had indicated that it would not seek to extradite him, but said officials were "being very careful with their words":

He disputes Nicola Roxon's statement that there are no indications the US government is about to take legal action against him:

Asked if he felt cornered by the British police, he said the real question was why he did not feel safe seeking help from the Australian embassy:

He was also asked if he is ready for a life in Ecuador, if he is granted asylum: