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South Korea and U.S. Forge Major Trade, Security Deal

11/14/2025

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South Korean President Lee Jae Myung finalized a joint fact sheet with U.S. President Donald Trump on trade and security agreements.
The deal includes a $350 billion investment facility for U.S. industries and a commitment from South Korea to purchase $25 billion in U.S. military equipment by 2030.
Tariffs on Korean goods will decrease from 25% to a cap of 15%.
The agreement supports South Korea's nuclear-powered submarine initiative and expands its uranium enrichment rights.
Lee highlighted the critical nature of precise wording in negotiations for national security implications.

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South Korean President Lee Jae Myung finalized a joint fact sheet with U.S. President Donald Trump on trade and security agreements.
The deal includes a $350 billion investment facility for U.S. industries and a commitment from South Korea to purchase $25 billion in U.S. military equipment by 2030.
Tariffs on Korean goods will decrease from 25% to a cap of 15%.
The agreement supports South Korea's nuclear-powered submarine initiative and expands its uranium enrichment rights.
Lee highlighted the critical nature of precise wording in negotiations for national security implications.