Seoul, June 18 -- South Korea is actively pursuing "China-free" supply chains by strengthening its economic ties and making new investments in the United States. This strategic shift comes amid ongoing trade tensions between the US and China, creating both opportunities and risks for global economies, including Korea.

As reported by the Korea Herald, President Lee Jae Myung's administration is prioritizing economic cooperation with Washington, particularly in shipbuilding, energy, and critical minerals. While a planned meeting between President Lee and US President Donald Trump at the G7 summit didn't occur, a summit is anticipated at the upcoming NATO summit.

Both US and South Korea are working on to strengthen their economic ties, sin...