If aluminum exports are rising, why is South Korea crying foul over US tariffs and rushing to offer support funds?

Source: AL Circle Sep 08, 2025 17:30

Among many countries being affected by the United States' steep aluminum and steel tariffs, South Korea claims to be one of them. The country that was once an important trade partner of the United States, back from 2007 with the signing of the Free Trade Agreement (FTA), is now one of the major victims of the United States' latest protectionist measures. Firstly, the implementation of 25 per cent duty was enough to blow the country, while the subsequent hike by another 25 per cent has proved to be the final nail in the coffin.

Being a significant aluminum and steel exporter to the United States (valued at USD 851 million in 2024), South Korea says it has taken a major hit on its economy due to Donald Trump's tariff regime. Its exports to the US in the month of August slid 12 per

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