In 2026, South Korea’s total exports soared to US$709.4 billion, surpassing the previous annual record of US$709.3 billion set in 2025. This growth has been primarily driven by investments in artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure. According to projections from the Korea Customs Service, the nation’s export volume is on track to surpass the US$1 trillion milestone by early December this year, making South Korea the fourth country globally to achieve this remarkable feat.
