USA President Trump Visits South Korea During APEC — But Skips the Main Summit. Why? USA President Trump Visits ASIA. Trump’s Asia Tour Stops in Korea U.S. President Donald Trump , currently on an Asia tour, made a stop in South Korea this week. Interestingly, his visit coincides with the APEC Summit 2025 being held in Gyeongju — but he won’t be attending the main leaders’ meeting . Observers say this unusual move carries deeper diplomatic meaning than a simple scheduling choice. 🇰🇷 Main Highlights of His Korea Visit President Trump’s itinerary includes stops in Japan and Malaysia before arriving in Korea. During his stay, he is set to hold a summit meeting with President Lee Jae-myung , attend economic and CEO forums , and possibly meet Chinese President Xi Jinping for private talks. Instead of joining the official APEC Leaders’ Meeting, Trump has opted for bilateral meetings and business-focused events , underscoring his preference for direct, deal-centered diplom...