South Korea, Lee and immigration
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The Chosun Ilbo on MSNExclusive: 74% default on Lee Jae-myung's 'extremely low-credit loan' program
President Lee Jae-myung recently called for lowering interest rates on certain high-interest loans for low-income borrowers, which carry annual rates of 15%, describing them as “cruel.” However, it has been revealed that only one in four borrowers repaid ultra-low-interest loans of 1% annual interest,
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said Thursday that North Korea considers the US its “primary threat,” not Seoul, according to the Korea Times. “For this reason, the North views its relationship with the US as more important than its ties with South Korea,” Lee said at a news conference, marking his first 100 days in office.
President Lee Jae Myung on Sept. 11, his 100th day in office, pledged to achieve national advancement and growth over the four years and nine months left in his term.
South Korea's president has warned that firms might hesitate when it comes to investing in the US. Lee Jae Myung flagged possible repercussions from a recent immigration raid on a Hyundai plant as he marked his first one hundred days in office.
On the 11th, President Lee Jae-myung commented on inter-Korean relations, stating, "North Korea's attitude is cold," but added, "We continue to reach
President Lee Jae Myung on Sept. 11 held his first phone calls since taking office with the leaders of France and Poland, discussing friendly cooperation with each country, the Office of the President in Seoul said.
At the 100-day mark, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung faces pressure from Trump’s renewed tariff threats, the case of Korean workers detained in Georgia, and simmering domestic challenges. Karl Friedhoff,
South Korea’s stock market is surging to unprecedented heights as President Lee Jae Myung marks his first 100 days in office, with the benchmark Kospi touching
Former South Korean President Roh Tae-woo's oldest son has been chosen as the country's next ambassador to China, local officials reported Thursday. The appointment awaits approval from Beijing.
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The Chosun Ilbo on MSNPresident Lee Jae-myung's power hierarchy remarks spark 'elected dictatorship' fears
President Lee Jae-myung’s remarks made during a press conference on the 11th of last month marking his 100th days in office, stating that “there is a hierarchy in power,” have sparked controversy. The president argued that the establishment of the Special Tribunal for Insurrection is not unconstitutional,