TRUMP HITS ALLY: South Korea REVOLTS After 25% Tariff "Death Blow" (Economic War)

Описание: A U.S.–South Korea trade crisis is erupting after President Trump moved to raise tariffs on key South Korean imports to 25%, blaming Seoul’s legislature for delays in implementing a previously announced trade framework that had reduced tariffs to 15%.

In this video, we break down the shock move, South Korea’s response, and why this is being treated like an economic war between allies.

What we cover:

The 25% Tariff Hit: What Trump announced, what products are targeted (including autos and other imports), and why Washington says the deal commitments weren’t met.

Ally Backlash in Seoul: How South Korea was caught off-guard, why officials are scrambling, and what bills lawmakers are moving to push through to avoid a deeper rupture.

Markets React Immediately: Why South Korean automaker shares swung sharply and why the won weakened after the tariff threat—proof that the damage starts before tariffs even fully land.

Why This Threatens the Alliance: The U.S. is citing a growing trade deficit and disputes over market access and digital policy—meaning this isn’t just tariffs, it’s leverage.

What Happens Next: Trump says the U.S. and South Korea “will work something out,” but the pressure campaign is now public—so any compromise will come with a price.

Sources:

Reuters (Jan 28, 2026) — Trump says “we’ll work something out” after tariff threat; details on U.S. complaints and pending Korean bills

Reuters (Jan 27, 2026) — Market reaction: Hyundai/Kia swings; won weakens after tariff threat

Reuters (Jan 27, 2026) — Explainer: why Trump threatened to raise tariffs again, and the 15% → 25% framing

AP News (Jan 26, 2026) — Trump announces tariff increase tied to South Korea’s delayed legislative approval of the trade framework

Reuters (Jan 27, 2026) — South Korea reassures U.S. after tariff hike threat; context on the delayed pact

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