Coupang did not respond to the Fair Trade Commission's investigation into alleged violations of the Large Distribution Business Act last month, claiming that it had not received prior notice. Coupang argued that prior notice is mandatory under the Administrative Investigation Basic Act and filed an application with the court for cancellation of the on-site inspection decision and suspension of execution. The FTC countered that the on-site inspection period has already passed, that a stay of execution would be ineffective, and that it could hinder future investigations. The court is currently reviewing Coupang's request for a stay of execution, and the specific timing of the decision has not been disclosed.
