Trump says he 'gets along great' with N. Korean leader at campaign rally
WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump said Saturday he "gets along great" with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un as he stressed the importance of maintaining good relations with leaders of nuclear-armed nations. Trump made the remarks during a campaign rally in Ohio ahead of the U.S. midterm elections while discussing his relationship with Chinese President Xi Jinping and defending his ties with…
U.S. President Donald Trump asserted during a campaign rally in Ohio on Saturday that he has a great rapport with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un. He emphasized the significance of fostering positive relationships with leaders of nations possessing nuclear arsenals. Reflecting on his connections with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Trump defended his ties with major power leaders.
Claiming, "I get along great with Kim Jong-un," Trump added, "Isn't it nice to get along with the leaders of massive nations, massive nuclear nations?" In August, Trump expressed his hope to meet Kim later this year, sparking speculation that he might seek to renew his personal diplomacy with Kim, which previously included three bilateral in-person meetings: Singapore in June 2018, Hanoi in February 2019, and Panmunjeom at the inter-Korean border village.
Tommy Pigott, a spokesperson for the State Department, clarified on Friday that Trump does not perceive discussions with North Korea as a concession and is prepared to engage with Pyongyang if it benefits U.S. interests.
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