South Korea
Discover South Korea, one of the world’s largest economies.
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Doing business in South Korea in 2025: Tips for Canadian companies
Article September 22, 2025 Searching for your next market? This hidden gem could be the answer.
Celebrating a decade of trade: Canada-South Korea free trade agreement turns 10
Trade Matters July 10, 2025 Explore booming Canada-South Korea trade in tech, energy and agriculture as CKFTA turns 10.
Casting the net into new markets for Canadian seafood exports
Trade Matters June 12, 2025 Strategic opportunities for Canadian seafood diversification
Getting active in South Korea’s fast-paced health and wellness sector
Article April 23, 2024 This booming market has significant potential for Canadian exporters
How project financing helped a Canadian gas company become a global wind energy leader
Article April 12, 2024 Northland Power Inc. further expands within global markets
ROK-steady
Trade Matters November 02, 2023 Why South Korea should be top of mind for Canadian exports
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