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Last updated: 05 Jun, 2025  
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South Korea's economy shrinks 0.2 pc in Q1
IANS | 05 Jun, 2025
The South Korean economy contracted 0.2 per cent in the first quarter of this year, unchanged from an earlier estimate, central bank data showed Thursday, due mainly to a domestic political crisis and uncertainties stemming from U.S. President Donald Trump's administration's aggressive tariff scheme
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lee.jpg Reviving economy top agenda for Lee amid US tariffs, weak domestic demand
IANS | 04 Jun, 2025
Facing the dual challenges of the United States' aggressive tariff scheme and sluggish domestic demand, President-elect Lee Jae-myung is expected to prioritise securing a favourable trade deal with Washington and implementing measures to revitalise the stagnant economy through supplementary budgets and the promotion of advanced industries, experts said on Wednesday. 
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korea-finance.jpg 41 conglomerates under tight scrutiny on heavy debts: South Korea
IANS | 29 May, 2025
South Korea's financial watchdog said on Thursday it has placed 41 highly indebted conglomerates under closer watch for debt reductions.  
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us-india-2.jpg US calls for 'fair and reciprocal' trade access in talks with India
IANS | 29 May, 2025
A senior US diplomat stressed the importance of "fair and reciprocal market access" in discussions with his Indian counterpart, who came amidst ongoing talks on a trade agreement between the two sides. 
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chip-2.jpg South Korean, Japanese biz leaders agree to boost cooperation in AI, chips
IANS | 28 May, 2025
Business leaders of South Korea and Japan on Wednesday agreed to expand bilateral cooperation in artificial intelligence (AI), semiconductors and other key sectors while supporting Seoul's efforts to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). 
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