South Korea drops Japan from ‘white list’ in tit-for-tat move
Latest development further sours trade relations, which have been strained since a South Korean court ordered Japanese companies to compensate forced labourers during World War 2
12 August 2019 - 12:41
Seoul — South Korea says it plans to drop Japan from its “white list” of countries with fast-track trade status from September, a tit-for-tat move that deepens a diplomatic and trade rift between the two countries.
The tighter trade regulations, including potential lengthy permit application processes, will apply to South Korean exports to Japan...
Would you like to comment on this article?
Sign up (it's quick and free) or sign in now.
Please read our Comment Policy before commenting.
Subscribe now to unlock this article.
Support BusinessLIVE’s award-winning journalism for R129 per month (digital access only).
There’s never been a more important time to support independent journalism in SA. Our subscription packages now offer an ad-free experience for readers.
Cancel anytime.
Questions? Email helpdesk@businesslive.co.za or call 0860 52 52 00. Got a subscription voucher? Redeem it now.