Washington, August 26, 2025 – Former U.S. President and Republican leader Donald Trump has once again expressed interest in meeting North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, stating that he “looks forward” to seeing him in the future. The remarks were made during Trump’s meeting with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung at the White House, underscoring the continuing relevance of U.S.–North Korea relations in American foreign policy debates.

Trump’s Statement on Kim Jong Un

During the press briefing, Trump said: “Someday I’ll see him. I look forward to seeing him. He was very good with me.”
The former President reflected on his personal rapport with Kim Jong Un, recalling the unprecedented summits held during his first term, including meetings in Singapore (2018), Hanoi (2019), and at the Demilitarized Zone (2019).

Trump has long claimed that his diplomacy with Kim prevented a major conflict on the Korean Peninsula, contrasting it with the stalemate under successive administrations.

Meeting with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung

The context of Trump’s remark came while hosting South Korea’s President Lee Jae Myung, where discussions focused on:

• Regional security challenges posed by North Korea’s missile and nuclear programme.

• U.S.–South Korea alliance and defence cooperation.

• Economic and trade partnerships between the two nations.

Lee Jae Myung highlighted the importance of U.S. support in ensuring peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula, while Trump stressed his belief that direct dialogue with Kim Jong Un remains the best way forward.

U.S.–North Korea Relations Under Trump

Trump’s presidency was marked by a dramatic shift in approach to North Korea. For the first time in history, a sitting U.S. President met with a North Korean leader. The summits raised hopes for denuclearisation and peace, but ultimately stalled over disagreements about sanctions relief and nuclear disarmament steps.

Nevertheless, Trump frequently highlights his “friendship” with Kim Jong Un, presenting it as a diplomatic breakthrough. His critics, however, argue that the talks gave legitimacy to Pyongyang without securing tangible progress.

Implications of Trump’s Remark

Trump’s fresh statement could signal that he intends to revive high-level diplomacy with North Korea if he returns to office.
Observers suggest the following outcomes may emerge:

• Renewed focus on direct leader-to-leader diplomacy.

• Possible loosening of U.S. pressure tactics in favour of engagement.

• A shift in how America deals with North Korea’s growing nuclear arsenal.

Meanwhile, the Biden administration has largely pursued a cautious and low-profile approach to North Korea, focusing on coordination with allies rather than headline-making summits.

Reaction from Analysts and Allies

International analysts are divided on Trump’s remark:

• Supporters argue that Trump’s personal relationship with Kim Jong Un could help break diplomatic deadlock.

• Critics fear that his unconventional style risks undermining long-standing U.S. alliances and rewarding Pyongyang without guarantees.

South Korea is particularly invested in the direction of U.S.–North Korea engagement. President Lee Jae Myung, while open to diplomacy, emphasised that any talks must ensure real progress on denuclearisation and security assurances for Seoul.

Conclusion

Trump’s statement that he wants to meet Kim Jong Un again revives memories of the historic summits of 2018–2019 and renews speculation about the future of U.S.–North Korea diplomacy.

As Trump positions himself once more at the centre of international political conversations, his comments on Kim Jong Un highlight the unpredictable but enduring role he continues to play in shaping America’s foreign policy outlook.

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