South Korean President Talks to Trump: Ukraine Topic in Particular

South Korean President Talks to Trump: Ukraine Topic in Particular Sergey Popovich

South Korean President Yoon Seok-yeol had a telephone conversation with newly elected US President Donald Trump on October 7. The leaders agreed to meet in person in the near future. Among other things, the topic of the conversation was Ukraine.

Yoon expressed hope for deepening cooperation with the US. This was reported by Channel 24 with reference to the Yonhap agency.

What the leaders talked about

The conversation lasted 20 minutes. The leaders discussed security and economic issues, global challenges.

Trump's first term has helped strengthen trilateral relations between the United States, South Korea and Japan, says President Yoon. They also discussed the situation in North Korea, in particular nuclear tests.

They expressed concern about North Korea's involvement in the war in Ukraine.

Trump stressed that the United States is interested in cooperating with South Korea in shipbuilding, including exports, repair and maintenance of ships.

Experts predict that the Trump administration may increase demands on Seoul for cost sharing. Another important topic will be Trump's approach to the denuclearization of North Korea and his position on the war in Ukraine.

Recall that Zelensky has already spoken with the 47th President of the United States. He said that the parties agreed to maintain close dialogue and develop cooperation. The conversation, according to him, was “wonderful.”