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Korea Joins Civil-Military Push Against U.S. Tariff Probe

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Korea is preparing a coordinated civil-military response to the United States’ latest tariff probe. The approach, outlined by a deputy prime minister, focuses on safeguarding exporters while maintaining a broad national framework to manage the impact on industry and jobs.

A nationwide public-private crisis system will be established to coordinate actions across government ministries. The aim is to enable multilateral checks and faster, flexible responses that can adapt to evolving measures, with a focus on shielding supply chains from new U.S. tariffs or related restrictions.

Korea plans to defend its interests at the World Trade Organization ministerial meeting in Geneva, signaling a multilateral push to address the trade dispute. Simultaneously, the Culture Ministry will join trade talks to bolster the reach of K-culture and related sectors as part of a broader policy shift toward quicker, more agile policy responses.

Officials emphasize a balance between security considerations and wider strategic objectives, arguing reforms should align culture and creative industries with global trade rules. The overall objective is to protect Korean jobs and firms while safeguarding irregular disruptions to international supply chains.

The move signals a comprehensive effort to manage the tariff issue both on trade channels and through broader national interests, reflecting Korea’s aim to maintain resilience in its economy and in its role within global markets.

Source: https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/417/0001134603