
Lim Yun Suk
Senior Correspondent at Channel NewsAsia
Reporter and Bureau Chief at Channel NewsAsia
Korea Bureau Chief for @ChannelNewsAsia. RTs are not endorsements.
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4 weeks ago |
channelnewsasia.com | Lim Yun Suk
BUSAN / GWANGJU: A record number of South Koreans cast their ballots in early voting on Thursday (May 29) and Friday for the upcoming presidential election, with overseas voting figures also reaching a historic high. The snap poll was triggered by former President Yoon Suk Yeol’s short-lived declaration of martial law last December, which led to months of political turmoil and his impeachment. Election day is set for next Tuesday.
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1 month ago |
channelnewsasia.com | Lim Yun Suk
BUSAN: Like many of his peers, Busan native Lee Jeong-bin plans to leave his hometown. The Dongseo University undergraduate hopes to work in South Korea’s automotive sector, specialising in production management or production technology. But opportunities in the southeastern port city are scarce. “There aren't many companies in Busan, so I’m considering Ulsan or Changwon," the 24-year-old told CNA.
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1 month ago |
channelnewsasia.com | Lim Yun Suk
SEOUL: As Singapore and South Korea mark 50 years of diplomatic ties this year, the two countries are looking to upgrade their free trade agreement and widen cooperation in areas such as education, defence and cybersecurity. To celebrate the occasion, a slew of activities – from food to the arts – are also being lined up to bring a slice of Singapore to Seoul.
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2 months ago |
channelnewsasia.com | Lim Yun Suk
Tensions running high in South Korea, ahead of the Constitutional Court's ruling on the full impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol on Friday. Acting President Han Duck-soo has called on the nation to calmly accept the court's decision. The police are on high alert, as large-scale rallies for and against the impeachment of Mr Yoon are set to be held near the Constitutional Court. Tourist attractions and schools in the area will be closed.
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Mar 29, 2025 |
channelnewsasia.com | Lim Yun Suk
South Korea finally sees an end to its worst-ever wildfires, as authorities fully contain the fast-moving flames after seven days. As authorities investigate the cause, residents are coming through destroyed homes. CNA's Lim Yun Suk reports from Andong, the capital of North Gyeongsang province.
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