Trump 'clearly' wants dialogue with Pyongyang: South Korean President
Summary
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung says Donald Trump clearly wants dialogue with Pyongyang and that Seoul is helping preliminary coordination efforts for talks between North Korea and the United States. Lee also said South Korea will not deploy troops or military assets for military intervention in the Iran war.
Key Points
- Lee Jae Myung said Trump clearly wants dialogue with Pyongyang and urged him to engage in talks with North Korea.
- Seoul is carrying out preliminary coordination efforts to help facilitate a meeting between North Korea and the United States.
- Lee said South Korea will not deploy troops or military assets to intervene in the Iran war, limiting itself to minimum necessary protection of merchant ships and oil routes.
- Trump said he plans to meet Kim Jong Un later this year and has repeatedly criticized allies for offering little help.
