United States & South Korea — Minjudang

United States: The U.S. has criticized South Korea's actions, with the State Department and House Judiciary Committee accusing Seoul of targeting American companies.

South Korea — Minjudang: Ruling party lawmakers defended the fine as a consumer protection measure and rejected claims of anti-U.S. bias.

United States: The United States is involved in a war against Iran, which has led to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. President Donald Trump claimed Iran had 'taken some shots' at the vessel, indicating its involvement in the broader geopolitical context.

South Korea — Minjudang: The South Korea — Minjudang, the ruling party, condemned the South Korea — People Power Party's criticism as political attacks ahead of local elections, urging against hasty conclusions.

United States: The United States, through its House Judiciary Committee, has accused South Korea of economic discrimination against its companies, particularly Coupang, and warns that these actions violate trade obligations and could have significant economic repercussions.

South Korea — Minjudang: A lawmaker from the South Korea — Minjudang, Park Sun-won, denied any coercion by the South Korea — National Intelligence Service in Coupang's investigation or recovery efforts.

United States: The U.S. was caught off-guard by Yoon's martial law declaration; the ruling has minimal direct impact on bilateral relations.

South Korea — Minjudang: The party's leader Lee Jae Myung won the presidency after Yoon's ouster; the ruling reinforces the political shift.

South Korea — Minjudang: The South Korea — Minjudang is working with the government to accelerate the review of the supplementary budget bill and has also indicated plans to lift caps on coal and boost nuclear power.