Chances of Trump-Kim summit 'go up' after US midterms: expert

Washington — The prospect of a potential meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un may rise after the recent US midterm elections, according to a U.S. expert. Victor Cha, Korea chair at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), stated during a press briefing that he believes the chances of such a summit increasing following the midterms.

Cha explained that North Korea might view Trump as a weaker and more manageable negotiating partner following the Republican party's substantial defeat in the elections. The expert also noted that North Korea may have been waiting until after the midterms to consider a meeting with Trump, anticipating that he would be in a weakened political position.

Cha further pointed out Trump's motivation to bolster his diplomatic standing as another factor that could contribute to the likelihood of a future summit.