Trump’s tariff reprieve gives brief respite to Korean firms, but uncertainty lingers


US President Donald Trump signs executive orders in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, on Monday (Feb 3, 2025). - Photo: UPI-Yonhap

SEOUL: With US President Donald Trump’s long-threatened tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico paused for a month, South Korean companies operating in these countries breathed a sigh of relief.

However, firms remain vigilant as the measures are temporary and subject to change in the near future.

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