The presidential office convened an urgent meeting on Sunday to address the United States’ tariff policy. This gathering followed a bilateral trade ministerial meeting that took place the day before.
Key Attendees and Leadership
The meeting was co-chaired by Kim Yong-beom, the presidential chief of staff for policy, and National Security Adviser Wi Sung-lac. They were joined by several key figures:
- Finance Minister
- Foreign Minister
- Trade Minister
Context of the Meeting
This emergency meeting was prompted by discussions that occurred between Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan and U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick on Saturday. Their meeting took place in the United States and focused on tariff-related issues.
Discussion Outcomes
During the meeting, Minister Kim Jung-kwan provided insights from his discussions with Secretary Lutnick. Participants evaluated strategies based on these insights to navigate the ongoing tariff negotiations.
Government’s Commitment
The presidential office emphasized its commitment to prioritizing national interests in any future negotiations with the United States regarding tariffs. The government plans to maintain active engagement in follow-up discussions to address these critical trade matters.
