Japan and South Korea View the Trump-Xi Summit Through the Lens of Taiwan, North Korea, and the Strait of Hormuz

The Trump-Xi summit will be closely watched by Japan and South Korea, reflecting their concerns regarding major security issues such as Taiwan, North Korea, and the Strait of Hormuz. Notably, Japan and South Korea are focused on the impact of changes in U.S.-China relations on energy security, particularly regarding energy supplies through the Strait of Hormuz. They are also monitoring the direction of U.S. policy on the North Korean nuclear issue and seeking diplomatic efforts to secure regional stability in Northeast Asia.