Ministry of Trade Industry and Resources

Meeting with Argentina’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Trade and Worship

Minister for Trade Yeo Han-koo of the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources (MOTIR) met with Pablo Quirno Magrane, Argentina’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Trade and Worship, on the margins of the 2026 OECD Ministerial Council Meeting in Paris, France, on June 3, 2026. The two sides discussed ways to pursue a trade agreement to upgrade bilateral trade and investment relations. They also agreed to step up follow-up working-level consultations. date2026-06-05

Meeting with Norway’s Minister of Foreign Affairs

Minister for Trade Yeo Han-koo of the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources (MOTIR) met with Espen Barth Eide, Norway’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, on the margins of the 2026 OECD Ministerial Council Meeting in Paris, France, on June 3, 2026. The two sides discussed ways to strengthen bilateral trade and industrial cooperation, including supply chain resilience and cooperation in key industries. date2026-06-05

Meeting with France’s Minister Delegate for Foreign Trade and Economic Attractiveness

Minister for Trade Yeo Han-koo of the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources (MOTIR) met with Nicolas Forissier, France’s Minister Delegate for Foreign Trade and Economic Attractiveness, on the margins of the 2026 OECD Ministerial Council Meeting in Paris, France, on June 3, 2026. The two sides discussed major trade issues, including EV subsidies. Minister Yeo asked France to ensure fair treatment for Korean companies and maintain a stable trade environment. date2026-06-05

Meeting with Member of the European Parliament Hanna Gedin

Minister for Trade Yeo Han-koo of the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources (MOTIR) met with Member of the European Parliament Hanna Gedin at the European Parliament in Brussels, Belgium, on June 2, 2026. The two sides discussed major trade issues, including EU steel tariff-rate quotas (TRQs). date2026-06-05

Meeting with Member of the European Parliament Lina Gálvez

Minister for Trade Yeo Han-koo of the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources (MOTIR) met with Member of the European Parliament Lina Gálvez at the European Parliament in Brussels, Belgium, on June 2, 2026. The two sides discussed major trade issues, including EU steel tariff-rate quotas (TRQs).  date2026-06-05

Meeting with Member of the European Parliament Danuše Nerudová

Minister for Trade Yeo Han-koo of the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources (MOTIR) met with Member of the European Parliament Danuše Nerudová at the European Parliament in Brussels, Belgium, on June 2, 2026. The two sides discussed major trade issues, including EU steel tariff-rate quotas (TRQs).  date2026-06-05

Meeting with Member of the European Parliament Anna Cavazzini

Minister for Trade Yeo Han-koo of the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources (MOTIR) met with Member of the European Parliament Anna Cavazzini at the European Parliament in Brussels, Belgium, on June 1, 2026. The two sides discussed major trade issues, including EU steel tariff-rate quotas (TRQs).  date2026-06-05

Meeting with European Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security

Minister for Trade Yeo Han-koo of the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources (MOTIR) met with Maroš Šefčovič, European Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security, at the European Commission headquarters in Brussels, Belgium, on June 1, 2026. The two sides discussed major trade issues, including EU steel tariff-rate quotas (TRQs). Minister Yeo conveyed Korea’s concerns over the EU steel measure and requested sufficient market access for Korean steel, noting its role in supporting stable supply chains in EU manufacturing. date2026-06-05

Minister for Trade Yeo Han-koo Meets U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer

Minister for Trade Yeo Han-koo of the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources (MOTIR, Minister JK Kim) met with U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer in Paris, France, on June 3, 2026, on the sidelines of the 2026 OECD Ministerial Council Meeting (MCM). The two sides discussed a range of bilateral trade issues, including the results of U.S. Section 301 investigations. At the meeting, Minister Yeo heard directly from USTR about the background to its June 2, 2026, Section 301 findings on import prohibitions for goods produced with forced labor. The two sides also discussed USTR’s ongoing Section 301 investigations into structural excess capacity and production in manufacturing sectors. Minister Yeo emphasized the need to preserve the balance of benefits under the existing Korea–U.S. tariff agreement, and the U.S. side reaffirmed its intention to comply with the agreement. The two sides also reviewed progress in implementing the commitments set out in the joint fact sheet announced by the two leaders in November 2025. They agreed to maintain close communication to ensure that related follow-up measures proceed smoothly. “We made clear to the U.S. side that Korea’s position is that the latest Section 301 findings, as well as any future bilateral trade issues, should be discussed within the framework of the Korea–U.S. tariff agreement, rather than through new tariff actions,” Minister Yeo said. “Korea will take a steady approach to the remaining Section 301 procedures and continue close communication with the United States to keep bilateral trade issues on a stable track.” date2026-06-04

Korea–Canada Advanced Industry Cooperation Business Roundtable

MOTIR Vice Minister Moon Shin-hak attended the Korea–Canada Advanced Industry Cooperation Business Roundtable in Toronto, Canada, on June 1, 2026.  The event was organized by the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA) and brought together Kang Hoon-sik, Chief of Staff to the President and the President’s special envoy for strategic economic cooperation; Lee Yong-cheol, Minister of the Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA); Stephen Lecce, Ontario’s Minister of Energy and Mines; and approximately 50 business leaders from major Korean and Canadian defense, space, and hydrogen companies. “By combining Canada’s abundant resources and advanced technologies with Korea’s world-class manufacturing capabilities, the two countries can lead global markets in advanced industries,” Special Envoy Kang said. “Industrial cooperation between Korea and Canada should go beyond simple buying and supplying and develop into a broader ecosystem that connects technology, security, and talent.” date2026-06-02