Asia Society's Cutler on Yoon's US trip

President Yoon's visit to the US aims to boost his standing amid low popularity in Korea. The visit focuses on economic and security deliverables, with South Korea navigating US-China tensions. Business leaders seek concrete outcomes, with significant investments announced. The visit also emphasizes supply chain resilience and technology cooperation. South Korea remains wary of potential economic backlash from China, recalling past sanctions over THAAD deployment. The US reassures support against Chinese coercion.

What challenges does President Yun face regarding his popularity ratings in Korea during his visit to the United States?

What specific economic deliverables does President Yun need to achieve from his visit to the United States?

How is South Korea's economy affected by the tensions between the United States and China?

What investments have Korean companies announced during President Yun's trip to the United States?

What measures has the United States taken to support South Korea in the face of potential Chinese economic coercion?