- China has confirmed that Kim Jong Un traveled to China this week in his first overseas trip since becoming North Korea’s leader in 2011.
- Experts say Kim probably met with China to talk about how to deal with Trump and his negotiating style during future talks.
- China knows well how to appease the US president during negotiations, giving Trump a lavish reception during a visit in November.
Kim Jong Un’s visit to China this week may have been motivated by US President Donald Trump.
The visit — Kim’s first trip outside North Korea since becoming leader in 2011 — came just weeks after Trump agreed to face-to-face talks, for which President Xi Jinping may be able to help Kim prepare.See the rest of the story at Business Insider
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