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He survived an assassination attempt. Now South Korea’s new president must heal divisions and tread cautiously with Trump
At age 14 he was an impoverished factory worker. On Wednesday, he became the leader of one of Asia’s most powerful economies, ...
South Korea's new leader to seek more time for US trade talks
The new South Korean administration will likely make efforts to buy time for U.S. trade talks, as it studies the negotiations ...
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South Korea's Lee, Trump agree to work toward swift tariff deal
The future of South Korea's export-oriented economy may hinge on what kind of deal the country's new president, Lee Jae-myung ...
South Korea’s opposition leader Lee wins election as voters punish conservatives after martial law chaos
Opposition leader Lee Jae-myung was sworn in as South Korea’s next president on Wednesday following a dramatic snap election ...
South Korea exports fall as tariffs hit US, China shipments
South Korea's exports fell in May for the first time in four months, as shipments to the United States and China dropped on ...
South Korea faces high-stakes election; fears over China, North Korea and US ties shape voter concerns
As South Korea's election nears, Lee Jae-myung's approach to U.S.-China relations sparks debate, highlighting the ...
South Koreans Have a New President, and Mixed Emotions
After six months of turmoil, citizens hope for better times. But political polarization and international tensions over trade ...
South Korea to minimise impact of 50% tariff on steel products, ministry says
South Korea's Industry Ministry said on Monday it will respond to the looming 50% U.S. tariff on steel products as part of ...