The New Acronym Shaping South Korea's Meeting with Trump: MASGA
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Aug 24 2025
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Source: WSJ
Trade Talks Context: In July, the U.S. and South Korea entered a critical phase of trade negotiations.
Symbolic Gesture: South Korean negotiators presented a sealed box to their American counterparts during the talks.
Contents of the Box: The box contained 10 red baseball caps with the slogan “Make America Shipbuilding Great Again” (MASGA).
Cultural Representation: The hats featured both U.S. and Korean flags, symbolizing the partnership between the two nations.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
