S. Korea Revises Plan to Resume U.S. Beef Imports

from National Public Radio

A week ago, South Korea's president said the country would resume full imports of American beef. Now, he says he won't allow in beef from older cattle — those more than 30 months old. The backpedaling came after widespread public protest. But the decision could threaten a broader free trade deal.

Broadcast Dates

• Morning Edition, June 3, 2008