<h1>South Korea president uncertain about meeting US tariff deadline amid 25% tax threat on key exports</h1> South Korea's president stated uncertainty about concluding tariff negotiations with the US by the upcoming deadline, noting both nations are still clarifying positions. The US's 90-day tariff pause expires soon, potentially imposing 25% taxes on South Korean products. Washington seeks higher duties on automobiles and semiconductors, key exports for South Korea's economy. The president also expressed intentions to improve relations with North Korea despite deep mutual distrust, proposing resumed talks and coordination with the US. The government has halted anti-North Korea propaganda broadcasts and banned activist balloon launches as conciliatory gestures.