[South Korean Official: South Korea and the U.S. Discuss Semiconductor Investments by South Korean Companies in the U.S., Tariff Policies May Impact Negotiations] Odaily Planet Daily News – A South Korean government official stated on Friday that South Korea and the United States are discussing the issue of South Korean companies' semiconductor investments in the U.S. within the framework of broader bilateral consultations. When asked whether the chip tariff plan previously disclosed by U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo is affecting the current investment negotiations between the two countries, the official said: 'There are various issues between South Korea and the United States, and sometimes these issues can influence each other.' He added that semiconductor investment is one of the investment-related topics being discussed by both sides. 'We are working to prevent these issues from hindering each other.' (Jin10)