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For South Korea, Trump-proofing can be risky business
Trying to lock in conditions on US troop presence ahead of a possible second Trump term may invite more trouble
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For South Korea, Donald Trump's comeback raises several key questions related to the likely fallout in its defence and economic outlook.
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SEOUL – Donald Trump has a bone to pick with South Korea.
Five years ago during his US presidential term, he had demanded a fivefold increase in South Korea’s contribution to the defence cost sharing for US troops garrisoned in the country, from US$1 billion (S$1.35 billion) to US$5 billion, threatening to pull them out if his demand was not met.
