美韩贸易协议引发韩国国内质疑

Core Viewpoint - The recent trade agreement between the United States and South Korea has sparked significant domestic criticism in South Korea, with concerns over concessions made by the South Korean government [1][2]. Group 1: Agreement Details - The trade agreement includes a 15% tariff on South Korean products exported to the U.S., while U.S. products will not face tariffs in South Korea [1]. - South Korea is set to invest $350 billion in the U.S. and purchase $100 billion worth of liquefied natural gas and other energy products from the U.S. [1]. - South Korea will fully open its trade to the U.S. and accept U.S. agricultural products, including automobiles [1]. Group 2: Domestic Reactions - The largest opposition party in South Korea, the People Power Party, argues that the agreement has led to excessive concessions, potentially harming South Korea's interests [1]. - Experts have noted that despite the tariff levels being comparable to those faced by Japan and the EU, the agreement is still seen as detrimental to South Korea, which had expected lower tariffs under the existing free trade agreement [2]. - Concerns have been raised regarding the opening of South Korea's agricultural market, particularly in relation to rice and beef, where the South Korean government has sought to maintain restrictions due to food security concerns [1].