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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 President Lee vows to pursue talks with North and bolster ties with US and Japan
South Korea’s new President Lee Jae-myung says he’ll pursue dialogue with North Korea while bolstering a trilateral ...
How South Korea’s New President Could Reshape Ties With the U.S.
South Korea has elected a new president after months of political turmoil. WSJ’s Korea Bureau Chief explains how Lee ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 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 ...