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Seoul pushes back on Trump's 'colossal' investment claim, exposing trade rift
South China Morning PostLO·US · KR·2 days ago
President Trump warned South Korea of additional costs if it declines the Alaska LNG project, linking energy trade to alliance burden-sharing. The threat escalates economic pressure on a key ally, potentially reshaping energy supply dynamics in Northeast Asia. South Korea's response remains uncertain, but the move signals a transactional approach to alliance relations.
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