South Korean Negotiators Struggle to Close Gaps with US Despite Summit, Tariff Deal
Negotiations ranging from tariffs to defence between South Korea and the United States were bogged down, overshadowing a handshake agreement and a promising presidential summit, officials in Seoul said. South Korean President Lee Jae Myung met U.S. President Donald Trump for the first time on Monday, and emerged declaring success after displaying personal chemistry and avoiding any public split between the two long-time allies. Behind the scenes, however, the two sides were unable to agree on a joint statement...
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