Running Through the Risks of the Trump-Kim Summit

The transcript discusses the risks and potential theatrics involved in US meetings, particularly in the context of negotiations with North Korea. It highlights the importance of a joint statement versus a press conference in achieving substantive outcomes. The discussion also covers the implications of a peace treaty on US presence in East Asia and the strategic considerations of North Korean leadership under Kim Jong-un. The impact of sanctions on North Korea's economy and the potential for slippage in the sanctions regime, particularly with China's involvement, are also analyzed.

In what ways could the sanctions regime impact the negotiations with North Korea?

What role does China play in the context of US-North Korea negotiations?