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    Christian Davies is the FT's Seoul bureau chief, covering South Korea and North Korea. He was previously based in Warsaw.
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      An investigation into the Chinese criminal networks helping to prop up the rogue nuclear regime

    • Thursday, 16 March, 2023
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      Japan and South Korea resolve trade dispute as leaders hail ‘new era’

      Breakthrough after first leaders’ summit in 12 years follows compensation fund for victims of wartime forced labour

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      LG Energy Solution sees most potential in North American market

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      Recent North Korean missile launches raise questions about US commitment to Seoul’s defence

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      South Korean authorities detain shipping agent amid fears of flight risk after activities revealed

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    • Wednesday, 25 January, 2023
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    • Sunday, 22 January, 2023
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      Pyongyang’s ‘psychological campaign’ of provocation reveals gaps in South Korea’s security strategy

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