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Editorial: US Claims Korea Discriminates Against Coupang; Conflict Must Be Prevented

The White House and US Congress have criticized the Korean government over the Coupang data leak affecting 37 million people, raising fears of trade friction. Korea must prevent conflict escalation.

Published 2026.07.04. 24:01:05

US House Says Korea's Coupang Discrimination Violates Trade Deal

A US House Judiciary Committee report alleges Korea discriminates against Coupang and other American firms in violation of the Korea-US trade deal, but reflects Coupang's one-sided claims.

Published 2026.07.02. 08:15:27

Korean Steelmakers Praise EU Steel Quota Outcome as Public-Private Win

Korean steelmakers welcomed the EU's tariff-rate quota outcome, saying Korea's steel quota was cut by only 19.7% versus a 46% overall reduction, calling it a public-private win.

Published 2026.07.02. 05:30:07

Non-Chip Exports Hit Record $57.4 Billion as Korea Eyes Global Top 4

Korea's June exports topped $100 billion with non-chip exports hitting a record $57.4 billion, raising hopes of entering the global top four exporters despite deepening chip reliance and rising protectionism.

Published 2026.07.01. 18:18:34

Trump Distrusted Government Data, Said 'Just Google It,' Set Tariffs Just Before Announcement

A new book by NYT reporters alleges Trump set reciprocal tariffs haphazardly, dismissed USTR data as "nonsense," and relied on confidants over diplomats, fueling global uncertainty.

Published 2026.06.24. 18:55:10

Chung Chung-rae Touts 'Lee Jae-myung Government Success,' Urges Applause for President

Democratic Party leader Chung Chung-rae touted the Lee Jae-myung government's first-year achievements, citing 35.5 trillion won in R&D and diplomatic gains, urging applause for the president.

Published 2026.06.24. 09:54:33

US Solar Makers Petition Probe into Korean Cells Over Tariff Circumvention

Three US solar makers — Canadian Solar, SEG, and Heliene — petitioned the Commerce Department to probe whether Hanwha Qcells' Korean-made solar cells circumvent US tariffs on Chinese products.

Published 2026.06.23. 14:47:30

Korea Eyes Iran Reconstruction Fund: National Interest Must Come First

The U.S. is weighing a $300 billion private fund to rebuild Iran, with Korea included. Seoul must prioritize national interest and project viability to turn the double-edged sword into opportunity.

Published 2026.06.18. 24:05:05

OECD Raises Korea's Growth Forecast by 0.9 Points, but Risks Loom

The OECD raised Korea's 2025 growth forecast to 2.6% from 1.7%, the largest upgrade among G20 nations, but risks from export concentration and U.S. tariff pressure remain.

Published 2026.06.04. 24:07:01

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