Latest South Korea’s Youth Employment Rate Falls for 28th Consecutive Month

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26 Sept 2026

South Korea’s youth employment rate fell to 44.1 percent in August even as overall hiring and economic growth remained resilient, highlighting a widening divide in the labor market.

26 Sept 2026

International air passenger traffic through South Korean airports reached 68.44 million in the first eight months of 2026, led by strong growth on Japan and China routes despite higher fuel costs.

26 Sept 2026

South Korea’s cumulative exports reached nearly $765 billion through September 20, supported by record semiconductor shipments and broad gains across major markets, putting the country within reach of $1 trillion in annual exports.

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South Korea’s Youth Employment Rate Falls for 28th Consecutive Month

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