Trump wants to be friends with Kim - but South Korea could pay the price
US military exercises with South Korea end early on Friday, at a time when the North is in a position of strength.
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Notable Quotes
"the decision as one of mutual agreement, but admitted officials did not know of Trump's intent to scale down the exercise in advance."
— Cho Hyun , Politician
"Seoul must maintain its alliance with the US but also take steps to acquire its own nuclear deterrence."
— Cheong Seong-chang , Academic
Key People
Cheong Seong-chang is a North Korea watcher and vice-president at Sejong Institute.
South Korean Foreign Minister involved in diplomatic relations and defense policies.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Jo Bee-yun is a Senior Research Fellow at the Atlantic Council.
Kim Jong Un is the Supreme Leader of North Korea.
Lee Jae Myung is the President of South Korea.
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US military exercises with South Korea end early on Friday, at a time when the North is in a position of strength.
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