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  • Monday, 11 January, 2021
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    Talks throw spotlight on South Korean tech group’s fierce rivalry with TSMC for chip deals

  • Monday, 11 January, 2021
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    South Korea urges Kim Jong Un to return to nuclear talks

    NK leader demands high price from Seoul and Washington to resume negotiations, analysts say

  • Sunday, 10 January, 2021
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    Iran’s $7bn battle: Tanker seizure ‘slap in the face’ to South Korea

    Tehran says Seoul should release its cash as coronavirus crisis mounts

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    Kim Jong Un signals plans to develop new nuclear weapons

    North Korea raises tensions with incoming US administration of Joe Biden

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    South Korea ‘comfort women’ ruling risks deepening Japan dispute

    Seoul court’s fines reignite tensions as Biden looks for greater co-operation between Asian allies

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    South Korea aims for military independence as Asia threats rise

    Uncertainty over US engagement and China’s ambitions spark defence spending boost

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    Dictator has demonstrated preference for state control over market reforms

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    Kim Jong Un forced to put new nuclear parade facilities on ice

    Satellite images show economic crisis is delaying North Korean leader’s vanity projects

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    While traditional lenders cut ties with fossil fuel projects, critics fear China will fill the void

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