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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 Lee Jae-mying 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 ...
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 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 ...
Live Updates: South Korea’s Opposition Leader Likely to Be Next President, Exit Poll Shows
The campaign of Lee Jae-myung, a center-left candidate, rode a wave of anger against Yoon Suk Yeol, who was ousted for ...