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China Seeks to Broker Fourth Trump-Kim Meeting Amid Diplomatic Shift
WHY IT MATTERS
China's move to broker a fourth Trump-Kim meeting highlights its continued influence in regional diplomacy, potentially paving the way for renewed negotiations on key issues between the US and North Korea.
What happened
China is poised to play a key role in reviving US-North Korea diplomacy, with sources indicating that Beijing is willing to help facilitate a potential meeting between US President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un. This move comes ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping's scheduled bilateral summit in Washington.
According to multiple individuals familiar with the matter, China is taking an 'active' and 'constructive' approach to reviving stalled negotiations. The development underscores China's commitment to remaining a central player in the diplomatic efforts.
The exact nature and timing of a potential Trump-Kim meeting remain unclear, but China's involvement suggests a shift in the diplomatic landscape.
PRIMARY SOURCES
Once sidelined, China stands ready to broker a fourth Trump-Kim handshake
South China Morning Post · Nayan Seth,Dewey Sim,Khushboo Razdan · Discovery only; publisher copyright and subscription terms apply