South Korea says it flagged concerns over Hyundai’s US investment plan

South Korea’s industry minister said on Monday that the government had expressed concerns over Hyundai announcing multibillion-dollar US investment plans at the same time as Seoul was involved in delicate trade negotiations with Washington.
“We told Hyundai that [its] conduct was deeply regrettable, especially considering that our efforts have been made for the sake of Hyundai and Kia’s industry,” South Korea’s Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan told parliament in response to questions.
“I believe…