Park Jung-sung was tapped as Korea’s new trade minister on Friday, bringing years of trade and economic policy experience. He studied economics at Seoul National University and law at Nova Southeastern University, and joined public service after passing the national exam in 1996. He previously coordinated WTO Investment Facilitation for Development negotiations and led working-level U.S. tariff talks. He is expected to maintain continuity in negotiations and investment projects tied to the United States.
Park Jung-sung, then vice trade minister, speaks during a meeting held at Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry headquarters in Seoul, Aug. 11. Courtesy of Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources
Park Jung-sung, tapped as the country's new trade minister Friday, is a seasoned trade official with extensive experience in trade and related policy areas.
Park, 54, studied economics at Seoul National University and earned a law degree from Nova Southeastern University in the United States.
He began his civil service career after passing the national exam in 1996 and has since held several key posts in economic and trade policy.
