Choi Sang-mok "Uncertainty in U.S. politics...Need to prepare thoroughly"

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Strategy and Finance Choi Sang-mok said the U.S. presidential election is just 20 days away and there is a possibility that the conflict in the Middle East will expand, so it is necessary to carefully examine changes in external conditions.

At a meeting of foreign economy ministers at the Seoul Government Complex today, Choi said, "External uncertainty and geopolitical tensions persist," stressing that it is time for thorough preparations due to growing uncertainties in U.S. politics and concerns over technological sovereignty violations.

Deputy Prime Minister Choi explained that he will use big data to establish a technology leak prevention system and provide support to those vulnerable to technology protection such as small and medium-sized companies to actively respond.

As a follow-up to the summit diplomacy, it said it would do its best to ensure that the construction of the Czech nuclear power plant reached a final contract without a hitch and actively support the 56 memorandums signed this time to quickly lead to exports and orders.

He also stressed the need to strengthen supply chain safety boards through early ratification of the Korea-Philippines Free Trade Agreement.