South Koreas Subtle Role in the US - China Semiconductor Dispute
Against the backdrop of the intensifying Sino - US technological competition, South Korea, as an important country in the semiconductor industry, faces a dilemma. As an ally of the United States, South Korea needs to cooperate with the US in implementing export controls on China; however, as a major trading partner of China, excessive restrictions may also harm its own interests. The South Korean government is striving to strike a balance, on the one hand, complying with international rules, and on the other hand, actively coordinating with all parties to safeguard its core interests.