If the current break continues past the proposed Trump-Kim summit in May, it could potentially be the fourth longest gap in missile testing.

North Korea has remained silent on the invitation and the decision to have a summit meeting. This has led to speculation about North Korea’s true intent.

If Trump’s decision to meet with Kim was unexpected, Xi’s desire to meet with Kim prior to his summit meetings with Trump shouldn’t come as a surprise.

While many have expressed relief over reaching a tentative deal on the KORUS FTA, Korea still could get caught between China and the United States.

With a near Chinese embargo on exports causing an outflow of reserve dollars, how is North Korea maintaining stability in the domestic money supply.

Having lived under the North Korean threat for decades, South Koreans are very familiar with the deadly provocations and broken promises of the past. The upcoming summits are undoubtedly meaningful, but like many throughout the global community, South Koreans are cautiously optimistic of what developments the talks will bring.