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South Korea's Industry Minister Kim Jung Kwan acknowledged an impasse in trade negotiations with the U.S. but expressed optimism about achieving a mutually beneficial agreement. Amid concerns about investment commitments and an immigration raid affecting Korean workers, Kim emphasized the importance of ongoing dialogue.

He also advocated for expanding South Korea's nuclear energy capabilities. The negotiations center on a proposed $350 billion investment by South Korea in exchange for reduced U.S. tariffs, but differing expectations on investment structure remain a challenge.