China-Korea Relations
South Korea faces diplomatic challenges ahead of Trump and Xi visits
South Korea is preparing to host the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit amid simultaneous visits by U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. The summits will address trade negotiations, North Korea's nuclear issue, and China's structures in the West Sea. President Lee Jae Myung aims to strengthen the Korea-U.S. alliance and normalize Korea-China ties through these meetings.