Trade minister cheong in-kyo held a conference with trade experts thursday to discuss ways to strengthen cooperation with india to address lingering challenges:yo held a conference with trade experts Thursday to discuss ways to strengthen cooperation with India to address lingering challenges, including supply chain disruptions, the trade ministry said. Cheong's meeting with officials from state-run organizations came amid growing uncertainties in the global trade environment due to escalating tensions between the United States and China, according to the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy. According to Yonhap News Agency, Cheong highlighted the significant potential for collaboration in sectors such as trade, investment, and supply chains with India. However, he acknowledged that progress has been sluggish in realizing these opportunities. In response to these challenges, Cheong announced South Korea's plans to revamp existing cooperation frameworks and pursue a new phase in economic and trade collabora tion with India. The meeting's participants also underscored India's role as a vital strategic partner for South Korea. They emphasized the need to pursue bilateral cooperation in the digital and advanced manufacturing industries, among other sectors, to strengthen ties and address supply chain issues.