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美韩元首30分钟会谈将向媒体开放,韩媒担忧:特朗普或公开施压
Guan Cha Zhe Wang·2025-08-25 14:47

Group 1 - The meeting between South Korean President Lee Jae-myung and U.S. President Trump is expected to be high-pressure for South Korea, with concerns about public scrutiny and potential media pressure during the discussions [1][3][4] - The meeting is characterized as a "public opening ceremony" rather than a substantive discussion, with the agenda and speaking points not clearly defined in advance [1][3] - There are fears that Trump may publicly pressure South Korea, similar to past encounters with other leaders, which could lead to an uncomfortable situation for Lee [3][4] Group 2 - The reception for Lee Jae-myung in the U.S. has been criticized for its low profile, with minimal representation from the U.S. side compared to previous visits by South Korean presidents [7][8] - The U.S. has intensified pressure on South Korea to formalize a $350 billion investment commitment, indicating a shift in the dynamics of the bilateral relationship [8][9] - The focus of the meeting is anticipated to be on a shipbuilding cooperation agreement, with expectations of significant investment announcements from South Korea [9] Group 3 - The visit is seen as a high-risk, low-reward endeavor, with analysts suggesting that it may not lead to substantial improvements in U.S.-South Korea relations [6] - There is a growing concern in South Korea regarding the stability of the U.S.-South Korea alliance, especially with Trump's administration demanding more from South Korea in terms of defense spending and military commitments [10][11] - Lee Jae-myung's diplomatic strategy appears to involve balancing relations with both the U.S. and China, as evidenced by his prior visit to Japan and ongoing diplomatic outreach to Beijing [12][13]