U.S. President Trump's reference to South Korea's $350 billion investment in the United States as a 'prepayment' has become controversial. The Presidential Office did not directly evaluate Trump's remarks but stated its position that tariff negotiations are being conducted with national interests as the top priority. It also added that it is not yet the stage to comment on the direction and nature of investment in the United States. Regarding questions about pressure from the U.S. Commerce Secretary to increase investment in the U.S., it responded that it is not the time to make a special statement.
