Overview
- A White House official says a South Korea visit is under discussion with an agenda centered on economic collaboration and potential U.S. investment deals.
- Administration officials report serious talks on arranging a Trump–Xi bilateral on the APEC sidelines, though no firm plans are set.
- APEC in Gyeongju is scheduled for late October through early November following an invitation from South Korean President Lee Jae Myung during talks in Washington.
- Trump has indicated willingness to meet Kim Jong Un, but Kim's participation is uncertain and planners are prioritizing a meeting with Xi.
- U.S. and China remain in trade negotiations as higher U.S. tariffs are paused by executive order until November.