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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 has a new president. Will it have a new China policy?
Progressive Lee Jae-myung to take ‘prudent’ Taiwan stance, while balancing Beijing trade ties and US-Japan three-way alliance ...
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 ...
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 ...
What South Korea’s new president means for its US, China ties
Expect a nuanced approach to foreign policy as President Lee Jae-myung attempts to pull relations with Beijing back from ...
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 ...
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 ...