Coupang's (CPNG) troubles with the South Korean government are exacerbating Seoul's tensions over trade with the US, CNBC reported Monday, citing its own reporting.

The US-listed online shopping company has faced heightened scrutiny from South Korean authorities, particularly following a major data breach, according to the report.

Coupang and its major investors have lobbied US elected officials to pressure the South Korean government, the report said.

CNBC reported that the issue has drawn attention from US policymakers, with the White House previously expressing concerns that Coupang was being singled out by the South Korean government, while Seoul has denied that its regulatory actions were discriminatory.

Coupang did not immediately reply to MT Newswires' request for comment.

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