Rachel Minyoung Lee
ON THE RECORD · 3 verbatim quotes · every quote source-verified
“The lack of any concrete steps on South Korea’s part to invest in the US, which was the condition for keeping tariffs to 15 percent, appears to be a huge frustration for Trump,”
Rachel Minyoung Lee · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-19
Lee noted Trump's frustration over lack of South Korean investment despite the tariff agreement.
“kill two birds with one stone: exercise leverage against South Korea and to remind the world, including [Kim], that he remains interested in reengaging North Korea”
Rachel Minyoung Lee · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-19
Lee said Trump's move served dual purposes of pressuring South Korea and signaling renewed interest in engaging North Korea.
“Even for President Trump, who is eager to engage Kim Jong Un again, recognising North Korea’s nuclear status seems like a very tall order,”
Rachel Minyoung Lee · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-19
Lee commented on the difficulty of Trump recognising North Korea's nuclear status.