In this section, you will find a country brief with an economic overview and highlighted business opportunities, and market research in key areas of focus for New Zealand companies doing business in South Korea.
South Korea country brief
South Korea has the world’s 11th largest economy. The country has progressed from basic industries such as cement, fertilisers and industrial chemicals, to producing automobiles, electronics, iron and steel and shipbuilding and now to computer and other technological products.
New Zealand’s exports to South Korea have traditionally been commodity-based, led by wood and meat. Other exports include methanol, dairy products, mineral fuel and fruit.
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