Shifting U.S. priorities and the potential redeployment of THAAD are shaking South Korea's trust in American security guarantees, raising fears of regional instability and a move toward greater self-reliance. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/commentary/2026/03/20/world/us-promises-to-south-korea/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #commentary #worldnews #iran #us #southkorea #nato #southkoreausrelations #straitofhormuz #leejaemyung #donaldtrump #thaad
South Korea Is learning the hard truth about U.S. promises

How the U.S. balances its priorities amid the Iran conflict will reinforce longer-term concerns about its security guarantees.

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South Korea's Blue House responds cautiously to President Trump's request for participation in Hormuz Strait escort coalition, stating it is in close contact with the U.S. and will make a careful decision after thorough bilateral discussions on the naval deployment proposal involving seven countries.
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South Korea’s Trade Minister Kim Jong-gwan heads to Washington to meet US officials, seeking solutions after Trump’s proposed 25% tariff hike on key Korean exports.
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Kim Jong-gwan to Meet US Secretary Rutnick Over 'Surprise Tariff Hike'—'Will Discuss Solutions'

South Korea’s Trade Minister Kim Jong-gwan heads to Washington to meet US officials, seeking solutions after Trump’s proposed 25% tariff hike on key Korean exports.

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South Korean analysts downplay the impact of a potential 25% U.S. auto tariff, viewing it as a short-term issue with limited earnings risk and a possible buying opportunity for auto stocks.
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25% Auto Tariffs Again? 'Issue Will Be Resolved—Earnings Adjustment Risk Extremely Limited'

South Korean analysts downplay the impact of a potential 25% U.S. auto tariff, viewing it as a short-term issue with limited earnings risk and a possible buying opportunity for auto stocks.

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US Treasury Secretary Scott Besant stated that the recent weakness of the South Korean won does not reflect the country's strong economic fundamentals, emphasizing the importance of stable foreign exchange markets and reaffirming South Korea's role as a key US partner in Asia.
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US Treasury - 'Won's Weakness Does Not Reflect South Korea's Strong Economic Fundamentals' (Update)

US Treasury Secretary Scott Besant stated that the recent weakness of the South Korean won does not reflect the country's strong economic fundamentals, emphasizing the importance of stable foreign exchange markets and reaffirming South Korea's role as a key US partner in Asia.

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South Korea's National Security Chief Wi Seong-rak confirmed ongoing dialogue with the US over the Network Act amendment, amid Washington's concerns about digital regulations and freedom of expression.
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Wi Seong-rak Says 'South Korea, US Exchanged Views During Network Act Amendment Process'

South Korea's National Security Chief Wi Seong-rak confirmed ongoing dialogue with the US over the Network Act amendment, amid Washington's concerns about digital regulations and freedom of expression.

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The long road to a South Korea-U.S. trade deal

In regard to Japan, another key ally, Lee has signaled a flexible stance and continued bilateral cooperation.

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South Korea is deploying a highly customized protocol for President Trump at the APEC summit, including a gold crown replica and state honors, as tariff negotiations with the US remain unresolved.
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President Lee Jae-myung stressed that South Korea's $350 billion U.S. investment package must not harm the nation, as tariff talks with Washington remain deadlocked and labor issues threaten further delays.
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South Korea’s Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan clarified that private-sector FDI in the US is not included in the $350 billion investment figure under tariff negotiations, emphasizing a separate track for such investments and signaling that talks with Washington may take longer than expected.
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Kim Jung-kwan, Industry Minister – 'FDI Not Included in $350 Billion US Investment Figure'

South Korea’s Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan clarified that private-sector FDI in the US is not included in the $350 billion investment figure under tariff negotiations, emphasizing a separate track for such investments and signaling that talks with Washington may take longer than expected.

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