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S. Korea, U.S. See No Problem in Seoul’s Entry into TPP

SEOUL, Oct. 19 (Korea Bizwire) – Seoul and Washington have shared that there is no problem in South Korea’s entry into the U.S.-led Trans-Pacific Partnership deal as the two sides already have a free trade deal with high standards, an official said Sunday. An Chong-bum, senior presidential secretary for economic affairs, told reporters that the United [...]

South Korea Cannot Afford to Be Left Out of TPP … Korean Trade Minitster

“We are closely monitoring the progress in TPP negotiations. However, we must carefully consider the kind of situation the country will face should South Korea be left out of the great global value chain.” “In that sense, I believe we must actively consider our participation in the TPP. South Korea cannot afford to be [...]