Trump security roadmap omits North Korea reference, raising diplomacy hopes

The Hindu
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Trump's new security strategy omits North Korea, raising hopes for diplomatic talks.
Trump security roadmap omits North Korea reference, raising diplomacy hopes
A What happened
On December 8, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump released a new global security roadmap that notably excludes any reference to denuclearizing North Korea. This marks a significant shift from previous National Security Strategies, which consistently identified North Korea as a nuclear threat. The absence of this goal has sparked speculation about a possible diplomatic breakthrough with North Korea in 2026. Analysts believe that Trump's willingness to engage with Kim Jong Un could facilitate talks, which have not occurred since 2019. Both South Korea and the U.S. have emphasized that denuclearization remains a priority, despite the omission. South Korea's national security adviser expressed optimism about the conditions for restarting talks, while the country is also enhancing its military capabilities in line with U.S. expectations.
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Key insights

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    Omission of North Korea: Trump's security roadmap omits North Korea, diverging from past strategies.

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    Potential for Diplomatic Talks: The omission raises hopes for renewed diplomatic engagement with North Korea.

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    South Korea's Military Spending: South Korea plans to increase military spending to enhance regional defense.

Takeaways

The exclusion of North Korea from Trump's security strategy may pave the way for renewed diplomatic efforts. Both the U.S. and South Korea are preparing for potential talks while enhancing military readiness.

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