We're keeping our sights fixed on Singapore for now.<br />Other than factors like distance and diplomatic neutrality, experience is something the island has plenty of.<br />The lion city is no novice when it comes to hosting international summits.<br />For a lookback at the long list of events it successfully hosted we turn to our Cha Sang-mi. <br /> The "special moment for World Peace" is expected to take place next month in Singapore between North Korean leader Kim Jong-un and U.S. President Trump.<br />And this is not the first time a historic international summit has been held in this affluent island nation in Southeast Asia.<br /> The first-ever meeting between the leaders of China and Taiwan took place in Singapore in November 2015, between Chinese President Xi Jinping and his Taiwanese counterpart Ma Ying-jeou.<br /> And last year, Joseph Yun, U.S. Special Representative for North Korea Policy, also travelled to Singapore for the Northeast Asia Cooperation Dialogue - a security meeting aimed at the denuclearization of North Korea.<br /><br />As for why Singapore has been preferred as an international summit venue, experts say that the country has garnered trust around the world for its political and diplomatic neutrality.<br /><br /> "Singaporean government's policy-wise has very neutral background to these kind of proceedings. For instance, Singapore doesn't have any particular regional issues beyond the Southeast Asia."<br /><br />Apart from its convenience and accessibility, the neutrality Singapore offers is what makes the country so attractive for both Pyongyang and Washington.<br /><br /> "The Singaporean government doesn't really have a particular agenda when it comes to North Korea's denuclearization, unlike South Korea."<br /><br /> North Korea also has an embassy in Singapore's business district, making the country a more accessible choice for Pyongyang.<br />Cha Sang-mi, Arirang News. <br />
