United States President Donald Trump revealed on Monday that he plans to visit Malaysia, Japan, and South Korea soon — signaling renewed engagement with Asia as trade talks with China loom. Speaking from the White House alongside Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Trump expressed optimism about his relationship with Chinese President Xi Jinping, despite ongoing trade tensions.
“We’re going to have a fair deal. I want to be good to China. I love my relationship with President Xi,” Trump said during the press briefing. He added that his team is arranging a meeting with Xi in South Korea during the upcoming Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit later this month.
Trump noted, “We thought that would be a good place to meet, and we’re going to be meeting. I’ll be in Malaysia, I’ll be in Japan.” His comments mark the first official confirmation of visits to Malaysia and Japan, indicating a broader diplomatic agenda across the region.
According to Japanese government officials, Trump’s visit to Japan is expected to last three days, starting October 27, following his attendance at a regional summit in Malaysia that includes leaders from Southeast Asian countries and their partners. He will then proceed to South Korea for further engagements.
This Asia trip will be Trump’s first visit to the region since his second, nonconsecutive term began in January, underlining a renewed focus on strategic alliances and economic diplomacy.
In a world that’s increasingly interconnected, every meeting and handshake carries the weight of global balance. As nations watch closely, these visits may shape not only the future of trade but also the tone of international cooperation in the years to come.
