Trump teases new talks with Kim Jong-un, calls him "very smart" amid ongoing communication

Moving on.

U.S. President Donald Trump claims there has been contact with North Korea's Kim Jong-un in recent times amid complicated geopolitics.

Kim Jung-sil has more.

Could there be a part two in the Trump-Kim bromance?

At the White House on Monday local time, President Trump said his relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has come a long way since their rocky start.

"I have a very good relationship with Kim Jong-un. Now, you people hate to hear that, but it's very important. It started off very rough, very nasty. Little Rocket Man. The whole thing was a nasty deal. And then one day we got a call that they'd like to meet. We met."

Trump confirmed that the U.S. is communicating with the regime and hinted at future action, though he didn't specify what that might look like.

"There is communication. Yeah. I think it's very important. You know, it is a big nuclear nation. And he's a very smart guy. But I have a very good relationship with him. Yeah, I will probably do something at some point."

Experts question whether this renewed approach can lead to a breakthrough, especially as North Korea's nuclear capabilities have advanced since their 2019 summit.

"President Trump is focusing on key issues where he can achieve tangible foreign policy successes during his short term, and North Korea is likely one of the areas he sees as crucial."

While diplomatic efforts may continue, Dr. Hong points out that North Korea's nuclear advances remain a significant barrier to progressing talks.

Analysts suggest the U.S. is adjusting its strategy accordingly.

"Trump's second term signals a shift toward arms control with North Korea, moving away from the goal of complete denuclearization. With North Korea's continued development of ICBMs, the focus is now on negotiating to reduce the threat to the U.S."

Experts added that North Korea's growing ties with Russia, China, and Iran could complicate future negotiations.

With the stakes now higher, the attention will be on Trump's next move, as his unpredictable approach could lead to unexpected outcomes.

Kim Jung-sil, Arirang News.