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Trump visited South Korea, received top honors, and failed to secure a major investment deal amid trade disputes.
President Donald Trump visited South Korea on October 29, 2025, receiving a gold medal and replica crown—the country’s highest honor—during a ceremonial welcome.
Despite Trump’s claim that a $350 billion investment deal was “pretty much finalized,” no formal agreement was reached.
South Korea resisted direct cash commitments, citing economic stability, and instead offered loans and currency swap lines.
Trade talks stalled over investment structure, profit distribution, and a 25% auto tariff affecting Hyundai and Kia.
While Trump softened his usual rhetoric, emphasizing mutual benefit, officials acknowledged progress was slower than expected.
The visit occurred during the APEC summit in Gyeongju, amid rising global protectionism and tensions from a recent U.S. immigration raid at a Hyundai plant.
Unlike Japan’s $550 billion pledge, South Korea has not matched that level of commitment.
Trump visitó Corea del Sur, recibió los máximos honores y no logró asegurar un importante acuerdo de inversión en medio de disputas comerciales.