U.S. interested in S. Korea's proposal on shipbuilding, semiconductor cooperation: trade minister

Seoul's top trade negotiator said Thursday that Washington has shown interest in Seoul's proposal for manufacturing cooperation during their recent talks, especially in the shipbuilding and semiconductor sectors.

According to Seoul's trade minister Yeo Han-koo during his trip to Washington, he held talks with U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, where he stressed South Korea's commitment to deepening manufacturing ties.

The minister also called on the Trump administration to grant "favorable treatment" to South Korean companies when considering tariffs on imported cars, steel, and other imported goods.

Yeo said the U.S. side was interested in how Korean companies can contribute to the U.S.'s goal of rebuilding its manufacturing sector.