National Assembly Research Service: SK Telecom Can Legally Waive Penalties for Users Affected by SIM Hacking Incident

Amid growing public backlash over a recent SIM card hacking incident, pressure is mounting on SK Telecom to waive early termination fees for affected customers who wish to switch carriers. A new legal opinion from South Korea’s National Assembly Research Service has added weight to these calls, stating that there is a legitimate legal basis for the company to exempt users from penalties. Accord..

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• · 2025. 5. 5.
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Han Duck-soo Set to Launch Presidential Bid as Top Aides Resign

As preparations for Han Duck-soo’s presidential campaign gain momentum, key members of the Prime Minister’s Office have begun stepping down. Han, currently serving as acting president and prime minister, is expected to declare his candidacy in early May. Sources anticipate that he will initially run as an independent before pursuing a unification with the People Power Party (PPP) nominee. On Apr..

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• · 2025. 4. 28.
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South Korea's IMF Crisis: Causes and Lessons

Introduction: A Turning Point in the South Korean EconomyIn late 1997, South Korea faced a significant economic crisis. Known as the ‘IMF Foreign Exchange Crisis,’ this event left a lasting impact on the nation’s economy and its people. However, this crisis was not merely an economic downturn; it became a catalyst for profound financial and corporate restructuring. In this column, we will explor..

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• · 2025. 3. 18.
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President Yoon Seok-yeol's impeachment verdict expected date

A crucial week in South Korea's constitutional history has begun. President Yoon Suk-yeol's impeachment trial is reaching its final stages, and the Constitutional Court is likely to deliver its final decision within this week. Currently, the most probable scenario is that the ruling schedule will be announced on Wednesday, the 19th, and the final verdict will be delivered on Friday, the 21st. Th..

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