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07:50, 05-May-2018
White House: Trump to host S. Korea's Moon for May 22 talks
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US President Donald Trump will host his Republic of Korea (ROK) counterpart Moon Jae-in for talks at the White House on May 22, as anticipation builds for much-awaited meetings with Kim Jong Un, leader of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK).
"This third summit between the two leaders affirms the enduring strength of the United States-Republic of Korea alliance and the deep friendship between our two countries," the White House said in a statement.
November 7, 2017: US President Donald Trump (L) and his ROK counterpart Moon Jae-in shake hands after a joint press conference in Seoul. /VCG Photo
November 7, 2017: US President Donald Trump (L) and his ROK counterpart Moon Jae-in shake hands after a joint press conference in Seoul. /VCG Photo
Moon met with Kim last month, and both sides promised to pursue the complete denuclearization of the peninsula and a permanent peace. The DPRK has offered to close its nuclear test site this month, and invited US experts to verify the move.
"President Trump and President Moon will continue their close coordination on developments regarding the Korean Peninsula following the April 27 inter-Korean Summit," the White House added.
"The two leaders also will discuss President Trump's upcoming meeting with North Korean (DPRK) leader Kim Jong Un."
The US president suggested earlier this week that the demilitarized zone between the DPRK and ROK - the scene of the historic Kim-Moon talks - could also be an appropriate venue for his own meeting with Kim.
Source(s): AFP