The Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) has responded to the reintroduction of a bill aimed at addressing trade implications of Korea's digital regulations. The bipartisan "U.S. – Republic of Korea Digital Trade Enforcement Act" was reintroduced by Representatives Carol Miller (R-WV), Vicente Gonzales (D-TX), Rudy Yakym (R-IN), and Max Miller (R-OH). This legislation mandates the United States Trade Representative to report and act on evidence of discriminatory practices by Korea that may conflict with free-trade agreements between the U.S. and the Republic of Korea.
Jonathan McHale, Vice President of Digital Trade at CCIA, commented on the development: "We are pleased to see members focus on investigating discriminatory policies that disproportionately target U.S. companies in the digital space. Guaranteeing fair access to the Korean market for U.S. digital services is the foundation of a strong and durable economic and security partnership between the United States and Korea that benefits both countries."