Korea's WTO lawsuit Policy to respond to bilateral discussions with Sugawara Keisan
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In response to the South Korean government's appeal to the World Trade Organization regarding the strengthening of Japan's export controls, the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry of Kashihara has revealed a policy to respond to bilateral discussions with the Korean side.
The Korean government filed a lawsuit with the WTO on 11th of this month in response to Japan's stricter export control of three items such as semiconductor raw materials for Korea since July.
According to the WTO regulations, when a dispute over trade occurs, bilateral consultations will be held first. I would like to give a clear explanation of Japan ’s previous position that this review of export control is consistent with the WTO Agreement. ” I made it.
Regarding the strengthening of Japan's export control, the Korean side insists that it is “a discriminatory measure aimed at South Korea based on political motives”, while the Japanese side “necessary for proper export control”. The measure is not to violate WTO rules.
The gap between the two claims is large, and it seems that it is difficult to meet within the prescribed 60 days, so it is certain that the proceedings will proceed to the “sub-committee” which is the WTO court.