Professor Ji-hwan Hwang at the University of Seoul analyzes the history of U.S.-North Korea summits to clarify the conditions under which Kim Jong Un will be motivated to engage in negotiations with Trump. The author argues that Kim Jong-un requires (1) confidence that substantive agreements can be reached, (2) thorough prior contact and preparation, and (3) a catalyst to disrupt solidarity among North Korea, China, and Russia. Accordingly, Professor Hwang recommends that the South Korean government pursue multi-dimensional diplomacy by maintaining attempts to engage with North Korea and strengthening relations with China and Russia to increase the likelihood of North Korea reengaging in negotiations with the United States. |
