South Korean Trade Ministry says South Korea and China are to hold a new round of free-trade negotiations on services and investment

This announcement regarding the restart of free-trade negotiations between South Korea and China signals a potential thaw in trade relations, which could enhance market confidence in both economies.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 19 Jan 2026, 00:32 UTCOn the live feed at 00:12 UTC — 2 more headlines followed before this page went public

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Positive outcomes from these discussions may impact regional trade dynamics and lead to increased investment flows, benefiting sectors with strong ties to both markets. Keep an eye on related assets like South Korean equities and currencies, as they might react to any positive developments or announcements.

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