Tag: South Korea

  • Strategic Allies in Turbulent Times: South Korea’s Billion-Dollar Bet on U.S. Partnership

    Strategic Allies in Turbulent Times: South Korea’s Billion-Dollar Bet on U.S. Partnership

    Diplomacy in the Age of Deals In an era where diplomacy is increasingly conducted through boardrooms and investment portfolios, South Korea has emerged as one of the United States’ most proactive and strategic partners. From aerospace to automotive, shipbuilding to semiconductors, Korean conglomerates are pouring billions into American soil not just to expand their global…

  • Protectionism Rebooted: The U.S. Targets Brazil, South Korea, and E-Commerce Giants

    Protectionism Rebooted: The U.S. Targets Brazil, South Korea, and E-Commerce Giants

    U.S. Trade Policy Overhaul: Tariffs on Brazil and South Korea, and the End of De Minimis The United States has initiated a sweeping transformation of its trade policy under President Donald Trump, marking a decisive pivot toward economic nationalism and protectionism. This shift includes the imposition of steep tariffs on Brazil and South Korea two…

  • What comes after the August 1st Tariff Deadline?

    What comes after the August 1st Tariff Deadline?

    If countries like India, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, South Korea, and Taiwan don’t finalize trade agreements with the U.S. by August 1, they’ll face steep tariffs ranging from 25% to 50%. These tariffs will apply to a wide range of goods, including: The U.S. will also begin collecting these tariffs immediately, with no further grace period.…