As U.S. President Donald Trump announced on the 27th that he would raise tariffs on Korean-made automobiles from 15% to 25%, Industry, Trade and Energy Minister Kim Jeong-gwan is visiting the United States to consult with U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick.
An official from the Ministry of Industry and Trade said, "Minister Kim, who is currently staying in Canada, plans to visit the United States after completing his schedule and meet with Secretary Lutnick to discuss the matter."
Originally, Minister Kim was scheduled to visit Canada on the 26th-27th (local time) to discuss defense cooperation, including submarine projects, and then visit the United States starting on the 28th. The Blue House said, "Minister Kim will visit the United States soon."
