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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, ...
Analysis: New South Korean President expected to enact pro-labor bills
During May's televised debate ahead of the South Korean presidential election, Democratic Party candidate Lee Jae-myung was ...
South Korea's liberal new president Lee Jae-myung vows economic revival, judgement against martial law
South Korea woke on Wednesday to a new liberal president, Lee Jae-myung, who vowed to raise the country from the turmoil of a ...
South Korea is voting for a new president after six months of political chaos. Here’s what to know
After half a year of political turmoil, uncertainty and division, South Korea is voting for a new president to succeed Yoon ...
South Koreans cast votes for new president to succeed Yoon after his ouster over martial law declaration
South Koreans are voting on Tuesday for a new president in a snap election following the ouster of former President Yoon Suk ...
Analysis-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 ...
South Korea’s Lee Jae-myung projected to win election after months of political turmoil, exit poll says
South Korean opposition leader Lee Jae-myung is projected to be the new president following a snap election on Tuesday, ...
South Korea Presidential Election 2025 Live: Voter turnout reaches 73.8% as election day winds down
This election seems more crucial since the Korea has been teetering between temporary leaders for months while navigating ...