The Summit was in response to the President's Global Call to Action on the World Drug Problem, issued last month. Although the proposal was then ridiculed by the Corporate Media and Hollywood nitwits, Trump's initiative was well received by the world leaders in attendance. The ultimate goal is to set up a law enforcement infrastructure on an international scale similar to the model that Jeff Sessions has employed so successfully here on a domestic level.
"The call is simple," the President said, "Reduce drug demand, cut off the supply of illicit drugs, expand treatment, and strengthen international cooperation. If we work together, we can save the lives of countless people in all corners of the world. And when I say 'countless', I mean millions of people."
Trump was roundly applauded, and the President of Colombia was among the first to announce his country's participation in the program.
Trump wasn't finished though. After a working lunch with Mike Pompeo and John Bolton; the President met in a long conference with South Korean President Moon. The result of which was the signing of the US-Korea Free Trade Agreement. The new agreement---really monumental in its implications---was aimed at reducing the US/ROK trade deficit. South Korea agreed to lift trade restrictions on American automobiles, a variety of agricultural products, and medical supplies. Automobile exports to South Korea alone will double next year. "We are now going to be sending products to Korea for a change." Trump quipped. The President also announced that another meeting with North Korea would be announced soon.
To all of this positive news, the first question asked by an American reporter at the Joint Press Conference was: "Do you have any response to allegations made against Brett Kavanaugh?" Sigh. What can you say? The American Media is an international embarrassment.
Tomorrow, Trump is scheduled to meet with Egyptian President Sisi. Trade and anti-terrorism are preliminary items on the agenda.
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