“다카이치, 트럼프와 만남 추진”…미·중 정상회담 이전 전망

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida reportedly reached out to President Donald Trump in an effort to resolve issues surrounding North Korea, China, and the International Criminal Court (ICC), according to the Nikkei Shimbun. Kishida is reportedly attempting to arrange a meeting with Trump prior to the upcoming United Nations General Assembly, which is scheduled later this month.

The possibility of a meeting between Trump and Kishida during the month of November, when the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit is held in China, is also being considered. Concerns over Japan's recent comments about the possibility of involvement in the "Taiwan Self-Defense Forces" have led to rising tensions with China.

The Japanese government remains vigilant regarding China's potential response, such as supply chain disruptions and increased military activity in the South China Sea. President Trump's recent comments about the possibility of a meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un could also be a topic of discussion. The Trump administration's stance on North Korea remains unchanged, with an open attitude towards engaging in dialogue with Kim Jong-un without preconditions.

However, Japan is concerned that the president's willingness to engage in talks with North Korea could undermine the "non-proliferation principle." The United States has also criticized the International Criminal Court (ICC) for being "corrupt and politically charged" and has imposed sanctions on ICC Secretary-General Fatou Bensouda, a Japanese national, as well as ICC judges and staff.

Kishida has expressed regret over the issue and stated that he will continue to communicate with relevant countries to manage the situation.