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South Korea’s Constitutional Court unanimously upholds Yoon impeachment
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Trump’s 26% tariff hits South Korea, nullifying bilateral free trade agreement
“Reciprocal” tariffs challenge Seoul’s trade strategy as key export industries face disruption amid global trade shifts
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Tariff troubles, by-election shakeup and D-1 to Yoon’s fate — Ep. 69
Trump hits South Korea with tariffs, progressives surge in by-elections, and what to expect from the impeachment ruling
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Hyundai and Kia Fined $12.9 million for collusion on car recycling in Europe
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South Korea’s Constitutional Court to rule on Yoon Suk-yeol’s impeachment Friday
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South Korea’s production, consumption rise in February, but outlook uncertain
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