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Yeo Han-koo

Yeo Han-koo
The latest news and updates on Yeo Han-koo, a highly experienced South Korean government official and veteran international trade negotiator. He has served twice as South Korean Trade Minister, most recently re-appointed in June 2025, and previously from 2021 to 2022. His extensive career, spanning almost three decades, includes roles as Deputy Trade Minister and Commercial Attache in Washington D.C. He played a pivotal role in negotiating numerous international trade agreements, such as RCEP, CPTPP, and the Korea-UK FTA, and was instrumental in discussions concerning the Korea-US FTA and steel tariffs. His expertise encompasses international trade policy, supply chain resilience, and economic security.
China-EU relations

Exclusive | EU and China set for Paris talks this week as trade war fears mount

Bloc puts ‘carrot-and-stick’ approach to test in high-stakes meeting with Beijing’s international trade envoy on sidelines of OECD meeting.

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‘Lopsided deal’: South Korean trade experts warn against US tariff pressure

Seoul faces US pressure on defence, China amid tariff deadline

Meanwhile, the US cancelled trade dialogue talks for Friday, raising concerns about the impact of Washington’s defence demands on the agreement.

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