AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoInter-Korean Border Policy: South Korea will ease civilian access near the DPRK by shrinking the Civilian Control Line to an average of about 6 km from the MDL starting in 2027, with parts of restricted zones downgraded and some restrictions lifted to support farming and regional development. Politics & Courts: A special counsel team demanded an 18-month prison term for Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon over alleged illegal political funds tied to opinion polls ahead of the 2021 by-election, seeking forfeiture of 33 million won. Economy & Markets: South Korean stocks hit a new high on a chip-led rally, with KOSPI rising 1.58% to 8,864.24 as investors weighed Fed expectations and risk sentiment after an interim US-Iran deal. Central Bank Watch: Bank of Korea chief Shin Hyun-song warned inflation may stay high for a while, citing oil-price effects and wage pressures. Tourism & Culture: Foreign tourist spending in May topped 2 trillion won for the first time, while KTO Canada launched “Ride to Korea” in Toronto with a citywide LED truck campaign and flight giveaways. Global Diplomacy: At the G7 in France, leaders backed stronger sanctions on Russia and supported the US-Iran interim path to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Tech & Industry: BYD plans to launch its first plug-in hybrid in Korea later this month, expanding beyond EVs.
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