Trump declares US as ‘hottest country’ in opening remarks in South Korea

Published October 29, 2025 1:27am ET



President Donald Trump spoke before the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation CEOs Luncheon on Wednesday shortly after arriving in Gyeongju, South Korea.

Trump received an ovation after being introduced as the 45th and 47th president of the United States. He was greeted with “Hail to the Chief” playing over the speaker system. 

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