South Korea's ICT Exports Surpass $70 Billion for First Time in September, Up 195.8%

On October 14, it was reported that South Korea's information and communications technology (ICT) exports reached $75.15 billion in September, marking the first time they exceeded the $70 billion threshold. According to data from the Ministry of Science and ICT and the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy on 'September 2026 ICT Import-Export Trends,' ICT exports rose by 195.8% year-on-year to $75.15 billion in September, accounting for 62.1% of total South Korean exports and remaining above 60% for two consecutive months.