As US President Donald Trump engages in high-stakes talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing, speculation has emerged regarding a potential surprise meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. A senior South Korean foreign ministry official indicated that while such a summit 'cannot be ruled out,' there is currently 'almost no preparation' for it. Trump's visit marks his first trip to China since 2017, focusing primarily on US-China relations. However, his unpredictable diplomatic style has led to renewed interest in the possibility of an encounter with Kim. The official noted that although the diplomatic door remains open, current conditions do not suggest an imminent meeting. Trump's last interaction with Kim took place in 2019 at the Demilitarised Zone between North and South Korea, following a social media invitation. Despite previous summits failing to yield a lasting agreement on North Korea's nuclear program, Trump's interest in re-engaging with Kim has persisted, adding to the speculation surrounding his current visit.