Overview
- Speaking aboard Air Force One, Trump said North Korea is "sort of a nuclear power" and noted the country has "a lot of nuclear weapons."
- Trump signaled he is open to meeting Kim Jong-un during his Asia trip, which includes APEC events in South Korea on Oct. 29–30.
- A U.S. official said no session with Kim is currently planned for the trip but added that plans could change.
- Kim recently said he has "good memories" of Trump and indicated he would talk if Washington drops its denuclearization demand, reflecting Pyongyang's push for recognition.
- South Korean reports note temporary suspension of tours at the Joint Security Area and cleanup activity near Panmunjom, developments viewed as possible preparation for diplomacy.