By Hyunjoo Jin and Hongmei Li SEOUL/SINGAPORE (Reuters) -Shares in South Korean and Vietnamese steelmakers, major Asian exporters of the metal to the United States, dropped on Monday after U.S. President Donald Trump said he would double tariffs on imported steel and aluminium to 50%.

This election seems more crucial since the Korea has been teetering between temporary leaders for months while navigating Yoon’s impeachment trial and a multifaceted probe into the disastrous night of

As South Korea's election nears, Lee Jae-myung's approach to U.S.-China relations sparks debate, highlighting the geopolitical stakes of the race.

South Korea's Industry Ministry said on Monday it will respond to the looming 50% U.S. tariff on steel products as part of its trade discussions with Washington in order to minimise the impact on industry.

After being stabbed last year, the leading presidential contender, Lee Jae-myung, is taking no chances. His main rival says he doesn’t need such protection.