On the plus side, there has been more than a year without North Korea rattling its neighbours with rocket and nuclear tests. "With complete Denuclearization, North Korea will rapidly become an Economic Powerhouse," tweeted Trump. In Singapore, Trump took his own generals by surprise when he announced a suspension of military exercises with the South -- something the North badly wanted. "The window for diplomatic progress with North Korea will not remain open indefinitely. North Korea has proved expert for many years at stringing along American presidents while continuing to pursue its nuclear ambitions.

Source: Philippine Star February 27, 2019 00:39 UTC