(LEAD) Trump says he 'may' meet N. Korean leader Kim during upcoming Asia trip
WASHINGTON, Oct. 12 (Yonhap) -- U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday that he ...
U.S. President Donald Trump suggested on Monday that he could arrange a meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un during his upcoming journey to Asia, hinting at the prospect of revived dialogue between the two countries. When questioned by a reporter at the White House about his intentions to converse with Kim, Trump responded, "I may," emphasizing, "That'll be thrilling, won't it?"
He further added, "I get along with him." Trump's itinerary includes participation in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in China, set for November 18-19 in Shenzhen. In August, Trump expressed hope for a potential summit with Kim this year, fueling assumptions that he might endeavor to revive his personal diplomatic efforts with Kim, following three face-to-face meetings: the initial in Singapore in June 2018, the subsequent in Hanoi in February 2019, and the third at the Panmunjom inter-Korean border village.
State Department spokesperson Tommy Pigott clarified on Saturday that Trump does not perceive interactions with North Korea as a "compromise" and is prepared to engage Pyongyang if it aligns with U.S. national interests.
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