South Korea’s Trade Chief Seeks Tariff Relief in First US Talks

South Korea reiterated its call to be exempted from US tariffs including duties affecting key industries such as cars and steel, Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo said after his first meeting with US counterparts since taking up his position.

Yeo held talks on Monday with US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer in Washington, according to a government statement. Both sides reaffirmed their shared commitment to swiftly reaching a mutually beneficial agreement, without giving a specific timeline.