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Lee's sudden dismissal of trade minister called into question amid ongoing issues with U.S.

President Lee Jae Myung's abrupt removal of Yeo Han-koo has raised concern as Korea faces multiple unresolved trade challenges with the United States over tariffs, Coupang and investment.

2026.8.16

Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo speaks to reporters at Incheon International Airport on Feb. 5 after wrapping up his trip to Washington for tariff talks. [NEWS1]

Trade minister joins U.S.-led meeting on minerals supply chains

Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo attended a meeting hosted by the United States of top trade officials of major economies Friday to discuss ways to expand cooperation on critical mineral supply chains amid heightened geopolitical uncertainties.

2026.2.14

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Korea to continue consultations with U.S. to prevent tariff hike: Minister

Korea will continue to closely consult with the United States to reach a resolution before the U.S. administration formalizes a tariff hike on Korea as threatened by President Donald Trump, Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo said Thursday.

2026.2.5

Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo speaks to the press at Incheon International Airport on Jan. 29. [YONHAP]

Trade minister calls for solution to renewed trade tension between Seoul, Washington

Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo has delivered Korea's commitment to upholding its tariff deal with the United States to Washington officials, calling for a "mutually beneficial" resolution to trade tensions escalating between the two countries.

2026.2.4

U.S. gov't weighing whether to formalize Korea tariff hike in Federal Register: Trade minister

The President Donald Trump's administration is conducting interagency consultations over the issue of formalizing his announcement on a plan to increase reciprocal and other tariffs on Korea in the Federal Register, Seoul's trade minister said.

2026.2.4

Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo speaks to reporters after arriving at Incheon International Airport on Jan. 17, amid U.S. concerns over a recent revision to a Korean law aimed at addressing false and fabricated online information. [NEWS1]

Trade minister says impact of new U.S. semiconductor tariff proclamation likely 'limited'

Korea’s chief trade negotiator said that the immediate impact of the United States' newly announced semiconductor proclamation on Korean companies is expected to be “limited” but cautioned that potential follow-up measures remain a concern.

2026.1.17

Yeo Han-koo, right, Korea’s chief trade negotiator at the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, poses for a photo with U.S. Rep. Darrell Issa during their meeting in Washington on Jan. 12. [MINISTRY OF TRADE, INDUSTRY AND ENERGY]

Republicans slam 'unfair' treatment of Coupang in meetings with Korean trade minister, warn of consequences

Republican figures in the United States who met with Korea’s minister for trade, Yeo Han-koo, during his visit to the country publicly criticized what they described as unfair treatment of Coupang by the Korean government/

2026.1.13

Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo departs for Washington at Incheon International Airport on Jan. 11 to hold talks with U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and other officials. [YONHAP]

Trade minister heads to Washington amid U.S. concerns over Korea's network act revision

Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo on Sunday departed for Washington amid U.S. concerns over a recent revision — aimed at addressing false and fabricated online information — to a Korean law.

2026.1.11

Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo, right, is seen during a meeting at the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Jung District, central Seoul on Jan. 8. [YONHAP]

Trade ministry eyes greater U.S. outreach amid Washington's concerns over network law revision

The government will work to expand communications with the United States to prevent potential conflict over Korea's revision of its network law, the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy said Thursday.

2026.1.8

Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo speaks at a government meeting at the Korea Chamber of Commerce & Industry building in central Seoul on Dec. 22. [YONHAP]

Korea and Egypt agree to fast-track negotiations for comprehensive economic partnership

Korean Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo and his Egyptian counterpart agreed Monday to swiftly commence negotiations for a comprehensive economic partnership agreement (CEPA) between the two countries to expand bilateral ties, Yeo's office said.

2025.12.22