President Lee Proposes "Pragmatic Alliance" with U.S., Emphasizes Manufacturing and Security

President Lee Proposes “Pragmatic Alliance” with U.S., Emphasizes Manufacturing and Security

Following a high-profile meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has proposed what he calls a “pragmatic alliance” between Seoul and Washington, signaling a new chapter in the 70 year old U.S.-Korea partnership. Speaking at a prominent Washington think tank, President Lee said the evolving global landscape calls for a […]

South Korea, U.S. to Formalize $350 Billion Trade Investment Plan with Non-Binding Agreement

South Korea, U.S. to Formalize $350 Billion Trade Investment Plan with Non-Binding Agreement

Seoul and Washington Aim to Clarify Profit-Sharing, Operational Structure of July Deal Seoul, August 26, 2025 — A senior South Korean official announced Monday that South Korea and the United States will formalize a non-binding agreement to outline the operation and structure of a massive $350 billion investment fund, central to a July trade deal […]