From Reagan-Gorbachev to Trump-Kim: The Case for Diplomacy Before Summitry
International summits and meetings between leaders of world states often find their place on the world map, but diplomatic history shows that it’s not always enough to shake hands. In the case of Washington’s talks with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev, the notion of Diplomacy Before Summitry takes on special significance. Both experiences serve …

