Since its surprise announcement in March, it's been an open question whether the upcoming top-level sit-down between the United States and North Korea can cut through the decades of diplomatic impasse to reach a breakthrough. The unique political positions of both U.S. President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un mean that, unlike past representatives in such talks, each has the power and latitude to make decisions. However, it is still unclear how much either side is willing to compromise or is truly serious about reaching a deal. Though, on April 12, South Korean government sources indicated that the United States is floating incentives that include liaison offices, aid and eventual diplomatic ties -- just the sort of enticements that would be necessary to pursue a viable path....
