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Mexico president’s BTS request underscores popularity, sparks industry discussion
Industry insiders say concert decisions rest with Hybe, not South Korean president BTS (Big Hit Music) Mexico’s President…
South Korea’s Surprise Contraction Points to Broad Fragility
(Bloomberg) — South Korea’s economy shrank in the final quarter of 2025 due to a broad pullback in…
South Korean president says US tariffs talks worrying FX market
SEOUL (Reuters) -South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said negotiations with the U.S. on tariffs have stirred concerns…
Exclusive-South Korea’s President Lee says US investment demands would spark financial crisis
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