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[LIVE] NEWSCENTER (2026-02-27)

President Lee will travel to Singapore and the Philippines, signaling a diplomatic outreach that aligns with South Korea’s broader regional strategy. The government welcomed a US$6.2 billion Hyundai Motor Group investment in Saemangeum, while also approving the export of high‑detail maps to Google, highlighting a tech‑friendly stance. A judicial reform bill passed, allowing constitutional appeals of court rulings, and the National Pension Service posted record returns driven by domestic equities. Content exports hit a $14 billion high in 2024, underscoring the country’s cultural export momentum.