US Republicans dial up pressure on South Korea as escalation fears mount
By Bradley Dress, Chris May ( August 14, 2026, 19:57 GMT | Comment) -- The US and South Korea are walking a tight rope as officials on both sides hold together a trade deal despite mounting allegations from Republicans that Seoul’s policing of digital markets discriminates against US companies. US House Republicans have dialed up the pressure on South Korea for the past few months after the country cracked down on Coupang, an American-based firm that primarily operates in South Korea. In early August, South Korea began taking more heat from the US after allowing courts to fine social media and tech companies. The US and South Korea are walking a tight rope as officials on both sides hold together a trade deal despite mounting allegations from Republicans that Seoul’s policing of digital markets discriminates against US companies. ...
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