Korea-US Trade Talks Remain in Deadlock After Raid Fuels Tension

The ongoing trade negotiations between South Korea and the United States remain deadlocked after a recent US immigration raid fueled tensions between the two countries. The talks are centered around a $350 billion investment pledge, which has become a subject of intense debate in Seoul. The South Korean top trade negotiator is in Washington this week to continue the discussions, but the unexpected US immigration raid has added a new layer of complexity to the already challenging negotiations. The incident has sparked concerns in South Korea about the viability and value of the investment pledge, with some questioning whether the potential benefits outweigh the political and economic risks. The article suggests that the tension stemming from the immigration raid has further complicated the already delicate trade talks, making it difficult for the two sides to reach a resolution on the investment agreement.