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[Asia Economy New York=Correspondent Baek Jong-min] U.S. President Donald Trump mentioned that he knows about the condition of North Korean State Affairs Commission Chairman Kim Jong-un but cannot disclose it. This is the first time President Trump has referred to Kim's condition since his whereabouts disappeared.


On the 27th (local time), during a briefing of the COVID-19 task force, President Trump was asked about Chairman Kim's health and responded accordingly.


President Trump said, "I have a good idea. But I cannot say it now. I hope he is doing well." He also mentioned, "You will know soon enough."



Following CNN's report that Chairman Kim is in critical condition, President Trump has made progressive remarks about Kim's status. After CNN's initial report, he said, "I do not know," but later stated, "I heard that CNN's report is not accurate."


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