SEOUL, Jan 1, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Soaring global demand for semiconductors sent South Korea's exports to their highest-ever level in 2025, official data showed Thursday, despite a year of trade turmoil sparked by US President Donald Trump's tariff onslaught. Total exports last year were valued at over $700 billion, according to data from Seoul's industry ministry, up 3.8 percent from the previous year. South Korea is also home to SK hynix, another key player in the global semiconductor market. Cars, South Korea's other key export, also performed strongly, with auto shipments rising to $72 billion, the highest on record despite US tariff pressures. South Korea is one of Washington's biggest trade partners.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha January 01, 2026 08:44 UTC