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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, ...
Foreign investors likely to see South Korea's new leader as pro-business: Expert
Peter Kim of KB Financial Group talks about what new South Korean president Lee Jae-Myung's labor policies could look like, ...
The first task facing South Korea's next leader: Handling Trump
When South Koreans elect a president Tuesday, it will end months of domestic political turmoil — but their choice could ...
White House calls South Korea election 'fair,' expresses concern about Chinese influence
The White House said on Tuesday that South Korea's election, which saw liberal party candidate Lee Jae-myung win the ...
South Korea votes for new president after failed martial law bid
Millions vote for a new president, after six months of turmoil sparked by a failed martial law attempt and the impeachment of ...
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 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 ...