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South Korean economic pressure from rising import costs

3 clusters · 6 sources · last updated

Latest: South Korea import prices rise in September on surging oil costs

South Korean industries continue to face economic pressure from rising global costs for raw materials, energy, and logistics. Manufacturing sectors, including automotive parts, machinery, metal, and textiles, have been a

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South Korean delivery app fee and consumer disputes

3 clusters · 10 sources · last updated

Latest: South Korean delivery platforms face rising consumer complaints and regulatory scrutiny

Small business owners in South Korea continue to report significant financial strain due to delivery app fees. A survey by the Korea Federation of SMEs found that transaction costs can exceed 26% of monthly revenue, with

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South Korean medical safety and consumer protection issues

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated

Latest: South Korean medical clinic closures spark consumer protection concerns

South Korea is facing growing concerns regarding patient safety and consumer rights within its medical sector. Data from the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety indicates that reports of serious adverse events involving med

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Heating appliance fires in Jeonbuk, South Korea

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated

Latest: Jeonbuk heating appliance fires caused by negligence

In the Jeonbuk region of South Korea, authorities reported 221 fires related to heating appliances between 2023 and 2025, causing 12 injuries. The Jeonbuk State Fire Headquarters noted a significant increase in incidents

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