Overview
- The industry ministry rolled out a restructuring plan that adds a 400 billion‑won export guarantee and a 150 billion‑won support program for steel, aluminum and copper derivatives.
- Support is tied to preemptive capacity adjustments for oversupplied products such as structural steel and pipes, contingent on companies pursuing responsible management.
- Authorities will fully execute the previously announced package of up to 570 billion won in emergency aid, including low‑interest loans and trade insurance for tariff‑hit exporters.
- Policy tools expand to curb unfairly priced imports, with plans to widen anti‑dumping coverage and a focus on stabilizing the general‑purpose segment, particularly rebar.
- Investment priorities include AI adoption, hydrogen‑based steelmaking R&D, and specialized carbon steel, alongside 170 billion won in policy financing and a goal to develop 10 advanced grades by 2030.