Korea Joongang Daily
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Colby recalls 'excellent' talks with Seoul officials on alliance modernization, collective defense

U.S. Under Secretary of Defense for Policy Elbridge Colby has recounted his recent trip to Seoul, noting that he had "excellent" meetings with South Korean officials to discuss joint efforts to "modernize" the bilateral alliance.

2026-02-11

U.S. Supreme Court justice discusses prolonged tariff ruling process

A U.S. Supreme Court justice said Tuesday that deliberations on the legality of U.S. President Donald Trump's "reciprocal" tariffs take time because of "lots of nuanced legal issues."

2026-02-11

Korea reviews potential U.S. investment projects as National Assembly prepares for legislation

Korea will begin preliminary reviews of potential investment projects in the United States as the National Assembly prepares to handle legislation implementing Seoul's investment pledges to the U.S. under a trade deal.

2026-02-10

Major Korean firms report 14 percent sales growth in North America

Sales by major Korean conglomerates and their affiliates in North America rose at a double-digit pace in the third quarter despite U.S. import tariffs, industry data showed on Tuesday.

2026-02-10

Commemorative plaque unveiled to mark Washington site as Korea's first embassy location

A commemorative plaque was installed at the consular section building of the Korean Embassy in Washington on Monday to mark the historic building as the site of the Asian country's first-ever embassy.

2026-02-10

Korea, U.S. to stage regular joint aerial exercise this week at Osan Air Base

The Korean and U.S. air forces will kick off a joint aerial exercise this week in a bid to enhance interoperability, Korea's armed forces said on Monday. The Buddy Squadron exercise will take place at Osan Air Base in Pyeongtaek, Gyeonggi.

2026-02-09

White House spokesperson addresses uncertainty on Korea tariff increase timing

White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt said Thursday that she does not have a timeline for U.S. President Donald Trump's stated plan to increase "reciprocal" and other tariffs on Korea.

2026-02-06

U.S. military stages live-fire drills using remote weapon system in Korea

The U.S. military stationed in Korea has staged live-fire drills involving a remote weapon station designed to be mounted on armored vehicles, according to the U.S. Eighth Army on Thursday.

2026-02-05

Korea to continue consultations with U.S. to prevent tariff hike: Minister

Korea will continue to closely consult with the United States to reach a resolution before the U.S. administration formalizes a tariff hike on Korea as threatened by President Donald Trump, Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo said Thursday.

2026-02-05

Exclusive: As Trump squeezes, Korea’s U.S. crude imports hit all-time high

Korea’s imports of U.S. crude oil hit a record high of 174.9 million barrels last year, according to government data, due primarily to U.S. President Donald Trump’s push to expand energy exports through tariff negotiations.

2026-02-05