Donald Trump wanted a meeting with Kim Jong Un in Asia, but the North Korean leader refused, preferring to strengthen his relations with Russia and China.

The American president Donald Trump expressed the desire to meet with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un during his tour in Asia, but Kim declined the invitation, preferring to strengthen his relations with Moscow and Beijing. Analysts suggest that Kim would have no reason to participate in a meeting with Trump, considering that he gains no advantages from it.

In contrast, Trump's openness is seen as a victory for Kim, enhancing the credibility of his nuclear program. North Korea's relations with Russia have strengthened, and Kim has received financial and technological assistance from Moscow. Additionally, trade with China has reached a record level, contributing to the reduction of Pyongyang's economic isolation. Kim Jong Un is in a position of strength and has no reason to change this status for a meeting with Trump.