Trump says he is raising tariffs on certain South Korean imports to 25%
Reuters·2026-01-26 22:09

Core Viewpoint - President Donald Trump announced an increase in tariffs on South Korean imports related to autos, lumber, and pharmaceuticals to 25%, citing the South Korean legislature's failure to adhere to the trade agreement with the United States [1] Group 1: Tariff Details - The tariffs on South Korean imports will rise to 25% [1] - The affected sectors include autos, lumber, and pharmaceuticals [1] Group 2: Trade Agreement Context - The increase in tariffs is framed as a response to South Korea's legislature "not living up" to its trade deal obligations with the United States [1]