During the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit, Donald Trump meets South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, seeking significant investments amid ongoing trade negotiations.
- Donald Trump is visiting the historic city of Gyeongju for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit, where he aims to strengthen ties with South Korea.
- In his discussions, Trump is seeking $350 billion in investments in the United States, a goal that complicates the ongoing trade deal with South Korea.
- Despite a successful $490 billion investment commitment from Japan, the trade deal with South Korea remains elusive as negotiations progress.
Why It Matters
This meeting underscores the importance of U.S.-South Korea relations in the context of regional stability and economic collaboration, particularly with North Koreas influence in the area.