[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Dong-pyo] Kim Jong-un, Chairman of the State Affairs Commission of North Korea, sent a message of consolation to U.S. President Donald Trump and his wife, who tested positive for the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) on the 3rd.


In the message of consolation released through the Korean Central News Agency on the same day, Chairman Kim said, "To His Excellency Donald J. Trump, President of the United States of America, I have received the unexpected news that you and the First Lady tested positive for the coronavirus." He continued, "I express my sympathy to you and your family. I sincerely wish for your speedy recovery," and comforted them by saying, "You will surely overcome this."


Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump, who tested positive for COVID-19, decided to stay for several days at a military hospital near Washington, D.C.



White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany issued a statement on the 2nd (local time), saying, "President Trump continues to feel well, has mild symptoms, and has worked throughout the day," adding, "As a precautionary measure and following medical staff recommendations, he will work for several days at Walter Reed (Hospital)." She also added, "President Trump is grateful for the outpouring of support for him and the First Lady."


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