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North Korea test-fires cruise missiles ahead of Trump's South Korea visit
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North Korea announced on Wednesday that it test-fired sea-to-surface strategic cruise missiles in the Yellow Sea the previous day, a provocation timed just before U.S. President Donald Trump's visit to South Korea for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit. Trump expressed a desire to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong-un during his October 29-30 trip, but North Korea's silence has fueled speculation that such a meeting is unlikely.
Lee Jae-myung hosts APEC gala dinner in Gyeongju
President Lee Jae-myung hosted a gala dinner for Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) leaders in Gyeongju on October 31, calling for regional peace and shared prosperity. Around 400 guests, including Chinese President Xi Jinping, attended the event emceed by singer Cha Eun-woo and featuring a performance by K-pop star G-Dragon. The dinner highlighted harmony through respect for diverse cultures.
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China's Xi arrives in Busan for talks with Trump
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Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in South Korea for the first time in 11 years to attend the APEC summit and discuss trade and security with U.S. President Donald Trump. Trump also traveled to Busan for their first in-person meeting in six years. The summit draws attention amid the U.S.-China trade war and tensions over Korean Peninsula security.
Nvidia CEO highlights South Korea's potential in physical AI
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang stated that South Korea can become a global leader in physical artificial intelligence. At the APEC CEO Summit, he praised the country's software expertise, technical capabilities, and manufacturing prowess while announcing plans to build AI factories. The partnership is expected to significantly expand South Korea's AI GPU capacity.
South Korea and US finalize trade deal at APEC summit
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At the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit, Presidents Lee Jae Myung of South Korea and Donald Trump of the United States finalized details of a $350 billion Korean investment pledge. The deal includes tariff cuts on automobiles and shipbuilding cooperation, along with U.S. approval for South Korea to build nuclear-powered submarines. It marks a new chapter in bilateral industrial and economic ties.
Lutnick to meet Korean and US business leaders at APEC in Gyeongju
U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick will hold a business roundtable with leaders of major Korean and American companies in Gyeongju on October 29, 2025. The event, a sideline to the summit between President Lee Jae Myung and U.S. President Donald Trump, is set to discuss industrial cooperation amid a pledged $350 billion investment from Seoul. The two countries are negotiating details of a potential bilateral trade agreement.
Nvidia plans 260,000 GPU deployment for South Korean AI factories
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Nvidia has announced plans to deploy up to 260,000 of its latest Blackwell GPUs in South Korea, partnering with the government and companies like Samsung Electronics, SK Group, Hyundai Motor Group, and Naver Cloud to build AI factories. The initiative will boost the country's AI computing capacity and offer significant opportunities for Samsung and SK hynix in supplying high-bandwidth memory chips. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang praised South Korea's world-class memory technology during the APEC CEO Summit in Gyeongju.
Takaichi and Xi reaffirm mutually beneficial Japan-China ties in first meeting
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi held her first in-person talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping on October 31 on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Gyeongju, South Korea. Both leaders expressed intentions to advance a strategic and mutually beneficial relationship and build a constructive and stable one. The meeting marks the first Japan-China summit since November 2024 in Peru.
North Korea calls denuclearization a pipe dream ahead of Lee-Xi summit
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North Korea denounced the denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula as a 'pipe dream' that can never be realized on Saturday, following Seoul's announcement that the issue would be discussed at the summit between President Lee Jae Myung and Chinese President Xi Jinping. The statement came ahead of their first summit on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) meeting in Gyeongju. Pyongyang criticized South Korea for repeatedly raising the topic and denying its status as a nuclear weapons state.
Apec ceo summit opens in gyeongju focusing on ai and soft power
The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) CEO Summit opened in Gyeongju, South Korea, on October 29. Addressing key issues like artificial intelligence (AI), energy transition, and Korean soft power, the event runs through Friday with attendees including Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang and BTS member RM. Hosted by the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI), it is the largest APEC business gathering ever, with 1,700 global leaders participating.
Nvidia CEO confident Korean firms agile amid US tariffs
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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang expressed confidence that South Korean companies will nimbly handle US tariff concerns during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit. He highlighted Korea's significant opportunities in physical AI and robotics, while praising partnerships with Samsung and SK hynix. The remarks came shortly after Seoul and Washington finalized a trade deal.
South Korean president vows full support for Nvidia AI partnership
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung met Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang in Gyeongju on Friday on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit to discuss expanding AI partnerships with Korean firms. Nvidia announced a plan to deploy up to 260,000 graphics processing units (GPUs) in South Korea in partnership with the government and leading businesses. The initiative involves Samsung Electronics, SK Group, Hyundai Motor Group, and Naver Cloud establishing AI computing centers powered by Nvidia's latest Blackwell GPUs.
Apec leaders set to adopt Gyeongju Declaration on AI and demographics
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At the 2025 APEC summit in Gyeongju, South Korea, President Lee Jae Myung chaired a session focusing on AI advancements and demographic shifts from low birthrates and aging. Leaders are set to adopt the 'Gyeongju Declaration' to foster inclusive growth. The session will conclude with a handover of chairmanship to Chinese President Xi Jinping and a press conference.
Prabowo views Trump-Xi meeting as calming global economy
President Prabowo Subianto views the meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping as bringing a positive atmosphere that can calm global situations, including the world economy. This statement was made after a bilateral meeting with New Zealand's PM in the APEC 2025 Summit in South Korea. The Trump-Xi meeting took place in Busan for 1 hour and 40 minutes on October 30, 2025.
Takaichi and Lee vow to strengthen ties in first summit
Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and South Korea's President Lee Jae Myung held their first summit on October 30 on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum, pledging to strengthen ties strained by wartime history. The leaders emphasized the importance of trilateral cooperation with the United States amid rapidly changing global dynamics. The meeting follows recent summits with U.S. President Donald Trump, highlighting efforts to address trade and security challenges.
Leaders and officials of 10 APEC economies arrive in Gyeongju
Leaders and top delegates from 10 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) member economies have arrived in Gyeongju, South Korea, ahead of the 2025 summit. U.S. President Donald Trump's visit highlights bilateral talks and a special banquet hosted by President Lee Jae Myung. New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon plans to honor Korean War veterans at the UN Memorial Cemetery in Busan.
Trump arrives in Busan for summit with Xi
U.S. President Donald Trump arrived in Busan on Thursday, October 30, ahead of a highly anticipated summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping. He had arrived in South Korea the previous day to attend the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) gathering and hold talks with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung. The meeting marks the first summit between Trump and Xi in six years.
Apec ministers' meeting highlights open plurilateralism and AI cooperation
South Korea's Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo emphasized open plurilateralism and AI cooperation at the APEC Ministerial Meeting in Gyeongju on October 30 amid global economic shifts. Foreign Minister Cho Hyun urged partners to keep the Asia-Pacific region 'open and connected' to jointly address economic and geopolitical challenges. The meeting serves as a final preparation for the leaders' summit on November 1 and 2.
Prabowo emphasizes SME empowerment and fight against cross-border crimes at APEC
President Prabowo Subianto emphasized the importance of empowering small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and multilateral cooperation against cross-border crimes for a resilient Asia-Pacific region. The statement was delivered at the first session of the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in Gyeongju, South Korea. He highlighted inclusive economic growth and threats like smuggling and corruption.