Trump and Lee Jae-Myung Poised for Talks
Donald Trump and South Korean leader Lee Jae-Myung are expected to meet before the end of the year, with security and trade likely to top the agenda.
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Trump meets with Korean leader Lee Jae-Myung by December 31? Prediction Market OddsDonald Trump and South Korean leader Lee Jae-Myung are expected to meet before December 31, setting up a high-profile encounter between Washington and Seoul at a time of heightened regional tensions and shifting economic priorities.
The meeting is likely to focus on the U.S.-South Korea security alliance, North Korea’s weapons program, defense cost-sharing, and trade issues affecting key industries such as semiconductors, automobiles, and batteries. Officials on both sides are expected to frame the talks as an opportunity to reinforce cooperation while addressing policy differences.
A direct meeting between Trump and Lee would mark an important diplomatic moment for both leaders, with implications for broader U.S. strategy in Asia and coordination among allies facing pressure from Pyongyang and Beijing.