2 U.S. lawmakers welcome Trump's efforts to restart dialogue with N. Korea's Kim
WASHINGTON, Sept. 30 (Yonhap) -- Two U.S. Democratic lawmakers have welcomed U.S...
President Donald Trump is set to reveal on Wednesday that South Korea intends to invest $200 billion in U.S. projects, according to a White House official. The White House disclosed that this investment forms part of a larger $350 billion strategic investment package that South Korea agreed to as part of a trade agreement with the United States last year.
The $350 billion package is divided, with $150 billion earmarked for shipbuilding and $200 billion designated for strategic investments. The White House official further revealed that the investments would encompass the Alaska liquefied natural gas pipeline project, eight substantial nuclear power plants, and a 6-gigawatt power generation facility located in Texas.
The announcement aligns with Trump's strategy of emphasizing economic and investment deals leading up to the November midterms, as he attempts to bolster his economic record amidst voter apprehensions regarding the Iran conflict and escalating gasoline prices. This move is also significant as it comes at a time when Republicans are striving to retain Senator Dan Sullivan, who is currently in a competitive race against Democrat Mary Peltola.
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