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SEOUL, February 24 (AJP) - Coupang has expressed "regret" that a dispute over alleged unfair treatment in South Korea prompted a U.S. House investigation.

In a statement on Monday, "We regret the circumstances in [South] Korea that led to [Monday'] Congressional deposition, and we remain committed to seeking a constructive resolution," said Robert Porter, Coupang's chief global affairs officer.

"More broadly, Coupang hopes to be able to serve as a bridge between the United States and Korea, helping improve the bilateral economic relationship, strengthen the security alliance, and accelerate trade and investment that benefits both countries," he added.

The statement came a few hours after Harold Rogers, Coupang's interim chief in South Korea, appeared for a closed-door session before the U.S. House Judiciary Committee in Washington, D.C., where he reportedly testified for about seven hours.

His appearance followed an order earlier this month from the U.S. House Judiciary Committee to testify about whether South Korea is "targeting" the Seattle-based company with discriminatory actions, as part of a broader investigation into alleged unfair treatment of American businesses here.

Coupang is under police investigation in South Korea over multiple allegations and suspected offenses related to a massive data leak detected last November, which is now believed to have affected about 33.67 million users and exposed their sensitive personal information, far more than the roughly 3,000 users initially reported.
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