Chinese e-commerce platforms gaining increasing popularity among South Korean consumers
Chinese e-commerce platforms are gaining increasing popularity among South Korean consumers thanks to affordable and high-quality products that are delivered rapidly. Experts said the phenomenon reflects close economic and trade ties between the two nations, adding that the South Korean government's siding with the US to contain China is set to incur heavy losses in South Korean economy. While many South Koreans still use local e-commerce platforms such as Coupang, Navar Shop, and Gmarket, Chinese e-commerce platforms are becoming increasingly popular among South Koreans, and Aliexpress advertisements featuring famous Korean actor Ma Dong-seok can easily be seen in subway stations there, Lee said. "Some South Koreans even use Ma's photo as Aliexpress profile pictures, as they want Chinese vendors to send parcels faster," she said. According to data released by Statista, South Korea is one of the biggest online markets in Asia Pacific, with an e-commerce market scale...