What reciprocation Kim will offer Trump is unclear. The North Koreans ignored four years of outreach by U.S. President Joe Biden to start talks with no pre-conditions, and Kim is emboldened by an expanded missile arsenal and a much closer relationship with Russia.

The overriding question is whether Trump, who has professed to have exchanged 'love notes' with Mr. Kim, will angle for a fourth summit.

First Trump administration saw angry threats and diplomatic meetings between president and North Korean leader

The team is hoping a fresh diplomatic push can lower the risks of armed conflict. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Several in Trump's team now see a direct approach from him, to build on a relationship that already exists, as most likely to break the ice with Kim Jong Un.

Reuters reports that Donald Trump's team plans to resume direct talks with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. The purpose of these talks remains unclear. According to sources cited by Reuters, resuming contacts between Trump and Kim could reduce the risk of military confrontation and restore communication channels.

Donald Trump's team plans to resume direct talks with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, reports Reuters. The purpose of these talks remains unclear. According to sources cited by Reuters, resuming contact between Trump and Kim could reduce the risk of military confrontation and restore communication channels.