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Trump Uses Kim Jong Un to Influence South Korea on Trade Issues

18 Ağustos 2026Bloomberg

President Donald Trump is using his relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un as leverage to pressure South Korea regarding trade and security issues. This strategy involves making public gestures towards Kim, which could influence South Korea's stance in negotiations.
The move highlights the complexities of U.S.-South Korea relations amid ongoing trade discussions.
has historically relied on South Korea as a key ally in the region, especially in the context of North Korean threats. However, trade disputes have strained this relationship, prompting Trump to adopt a more aggressive stance.
Trump's approach of leveraging his rapport with Kim Jong Un raises questions about the effectiveness of such tactics in diplomatic negotiations. By publicly courting Kim, he may be attempting to create a sense of urgency for South Korea to align more closely with U.S.

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