Trump Eyes Final South Korea Deal Like Japan’s
Trump administration seeks final South Korea trade deal, mirroring terms from Japan agreement, sources reveal.
- Trump team pushes final South Korea trade deal
- Deal terms may mirror U.S.-Japan agreement
- Aimed at securing economic leverage in Asia
Trump Pushes for South Korea Trade Win
According to sources familiar with the matter, the Trump administration is working toward a final trade deal with South Korea, aiming for terms similar to the agreement previously made with Japan. The move signals a renewed effort by the Trump camp to bolster U.S. trade leverage in Asia before potential political shifts ahead.
The proposed deal would likely focus on areas such as tariffs, market access, and digital trade — closely modeled after the 2019 U.S.-Japan deal. That agreement focused on reducing agricultural tariffs and strengthening digital trade rules, while avoiding more complex issues like auto tariffs.
Why the South Korea Deal Matters
A final Trump South Korea deal could help stabilize trade relations with one of America’s closest Asian allies. It may also offer economic gains in sectors like agriculture, automotive, and digital services, where U.S. businesses seek better access to Korean markets.
Mirroring the Japan deal gives the Trump team a tested framework to negotiate with Seoul without starting from scratch. If successful, it would reinforce Trump’s “America First” trade legacy and apply pressure on China by deepening U.S. economic ties with democratic allies in Asia.
Strategic and Political Timing
With geopolitical tensions rising in East Asia and the 2024 U.S. election outcome still fresh in political discussions, this trade push may also be strategic. A new South Korea agreement would showcase Trump’s continued influence over U.S. foreign economic policy, even after his presidency.
Sources say talks are in advanced stages, but exact timelines and Seoul’s response remain unclear. Nonetheless, the proposed framework suggests a clear intention: to finalize a favorable and familiar trade deal before global and regional dynamics shift further.
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