The South Korean president downplays the trade rift with the United States and welcomes Trump as a "peace maker."

Jin10 data reported on October 23, Wednesday, South Korean President Lee Myung-bak praised the relationship between South Korea and the United States during an interview with CNN, putting aside persistent trade concerns, and welcomed Trump, who is about to visit Asia, as a “peace maker.” He downplayed the risks of trade rifts, reiterated the necessity of pursuing peace and dialogue, and proposed the possibility of Trump bridging the gap between North and South Korea. Lee Myung-bak stated, “I also believe President Trump wants to achieve world peace, which is why I suggested he take on the role of peace maker.”