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S. Korea to voice concerns about US's China chip rules

22 June

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South Korean Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo (pictured) said on Sunday that he will convey Seoul's concerns about the United States' latest restrictions on Chinese chip exports during his upcoming trip to Washington.

"I will pass on the concerns among those in the industry and take utmost care," Yeo told the press before leaving for the US.

Previously, US President Donald Trump and his South Korean counterpart Lee Jae-myung agreed to continue negotiating their countries' trade relations.

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