South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Practises Golf to Woo Donald Trump Ahead of Meeting

South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol Prepares for Golf Match With Donald Trump

South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol has resumed his golf practice. This decision is intended to help him better engage with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, who is known for his love of golf. This move was suggested to enhance President Yoon’s relationship with Trump.

Key Points:

• Golf Resumption: Yoon took up golf after several years of inactivity, with the first practice in eight years reportedly happening lately[2][3][4].
• Trump and Golf: Donald Trump is an avid golfer and has often combined official business with golfing[3][4].
• Inspiration: The late former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, who established a close relationship with Trump through golf, seems to have inspired Yoon’s decision. Abe played golf with Trump and even gifted him gold-plated golf clubs[4].
• Meeting Plans: President Yoon plans to schedule a meeting with Trump as soon as possible to build rapport and hold discussions[1][2][3].
• Golf Skills Improvement: Yoon practiced at a location other than the official presidential residence to improve his golf skills and strengthen his relationship with Trump[2][4].

Additional Context:

President Yoon’s approval rating in South Korea has dropped to a record low of 17% recently, and he is concerned about Trump’s plan for a 20% tariff on all imports. The hope is that this gesture can help him woo Donald Trump and potentially improve their relations[3].