美对韩25%关税大限延至8月1日，韩方称获“宽限期”将加速谈判

Group 1 - The South Korean government plans to strengthen trade negotiations with the United States, viewing President Trump's proposed 25% tariffs starting August 1 as effectively extending the grace period for reciprocal tariffs [1] - The South Korean presidential office stated that Secretary of State Rubio indicated that the new deadline set by Trump means there is still time for both countries to reach an agreement [1] - South Korea's trade surplus with the U.S. is projected to reach a record high of $55.6 billion in 2024, a 25% increase from 2023, driven by growth in automobile exports [1] Group 2 - As the fourth largest economy in Asia, South Korea has urgently dispatched its chief trade negotiator and the head of the presidential security office to the U.S. to negotiate trade and defense matters, aiming for tariff exemptions [2] - The South Korean presidential office reported that discussions with Rubio in Washington resulted in a consensus on alliance relations and trade negotiations, suggesting that a summit between the leaders of South Korea and the U.S. would enhance cooperation [2] - The South Korean government acknowledged a lack of sufficient time to reach consensus on all issues with the U.S. since the new administration took office [2]