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North Korea Says Its Nuclear Weapons Are Not 'Bargaining Chip'; North Korea Says Its Nuclear Forces Are Meant For Combat Against Enemies That Threaten Its People And Global Peace

President Trump And Japan's Ishiba, In Joint Statement,  Express Concern Over North Korean Nuclear Program; Says U.S. And Japan Underscore Need To Deter North Korea's Cyber Activities And Increasing Military Cooperation With Russia;  Agree To Increasing Exports Of U.S. Liquefied Natural Gas To Japan; Express Desire For Security And Defense Cooperation Between Japan And U.S. To Grow Stronger; Trump Accepted Invitation For Visit To Japan In Near Future

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[Editor&#8217;s note: This story was updated to include the market&#8217;s response following the mid-January arrest of Korea&#8217;s President Yoon Suk Yeol]
In an effort to bring South Korea's defense sector into the U.S. investment scene, Exchange Traded Concepts launched the Hanwha Asset Management's PLUS Korea Defense Industry Index ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KDEF#NYSE">KDEF</a>), offering investors <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">exposure to South Korea's thriving defense industry</a>.
"We are enthusiastic to introduce the PLUS Korea Defense Industry Index ETF (KDEF) to the U.S. market," said Hanwha CEO Kim Jong-ho. "Expanding on the foundation of our Plus K-Defense ETF listed in Korea, this launch represents an opportunity to provide U.S. investors with exposure to Korea's defense industry. We appreciate the support of Exchange Traded Concepts in bringing this ETF to the NYSE Arca."
KDEF aims to mirror the total return performance of the Korea Defense Industry Index. The fund comes with a net expense ratio of 0.65%, which is competitive.
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The Korea Defense Industry Index focuses on South Korean companies engaged in defense-related operations. This includes firms specializing in shipbuilding, satellite telecommunications, civil engineering and utility system construction, among other sectors. The new ETF aims to take advantage of this exposure.
To be included in the index, companies must have a minimum market capitalization of at least 300 billion Korean Won—approximately $206 million in U.S. dollars as of February 5, 2025. No single constituent holding is allowed to exceed 20% of the index's overall weighting. KDEF follows the index closely, with at least 80% of its investments allocated to securities within the Korea Defense Industry Index.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Markets Still Resilient Despite Political Uncertainty</h2>
Despite the national political dilemma following the unprecedented mid-January <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/asia/25/01/42993441/south-korean-president-yoon-suk-yeol-arrested-kospi-edges-higher-despite-political-upheaval-won-stable">arrest of President Yoon Suk Yeol</a>, South Korean markets and the Won remained resilient. The iShares MSCI South Korea ETF, a key indicator for U.S. investors gained the day following his arrest, reflecting investor confidence in the South Korean market.
Additionally, tech companies are turning to South Korea for investing and expansions. For instance, IonQ, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IONQ#NYSE">IONQ</a>) has expanded its global footprint through a new partnership with the Busan Metropolitan Government in South Korea. The collaboration aims to advance quantum technology and support talent development in the region.
Stability and impressive growth rates make South Korea a key market of interest and the safest route to invest in South Korean securities is through ETFs. Other popular ETFs with exposure to South Korean sectors are Franklin FTSE South Korea ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLKR#NYSE">FLKR</a>) and iShares MSCI South Korea ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWY#NYSE">EWY</a>), both of which have gained about 8% year-to-date.
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South Korean markets showed resilience Wednesday as President Yoon Suk Yeol was taken into custody, with the benchmark KOSPI rising 0.40% to 2,507.35 amid heightened political uncertainty.
Yoon, 64, was detained at 10:33 a.m. local time by a joint probe team investigating allegations related to his December martial law declaration, marking an unprecedented arrest of a sitting South Korean president. 
The arrest came after an initial failed attempt on Jan. 3 that resulted in a standoff between investigators and presidential security, <a href="https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10390439">reported</a> The Korean Herald.
Despite the political upheaval, major South Korean stocks held steady. SK Hynix Inc. led the gains, climbing 2.31% to 1,99,800 South Korean won ($136.90). Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SSNLF#OTC">SSNLF</a>) rose 0.37% to 54,100 South Korean won ($37.06), while KB Financial Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KB#NYSE">KB</a>) gained 0.90%, reaching 89,500 South Korean won ($61.31). Hyundai Motor (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HYMTF#OTC">HYMTF</a>) saw a slight decline of 0.23%, trading at 2,21,500 South Korean won ($151.76). 
The iShares MSCI South Korea ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWY#NYSE">EWY</a>), a key indicator for U.S. investors, gained 0.94% on Tuesday.
The Korean won remained stable against the U.S. dollar, trading at 1,460.52 South Korean won, down marginally by 0.063%. 
The arrest warrant for President Yoon, which expires Jan. 21, includes charges of power abuse and insurrection. The investigation is led by the Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials.
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South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Arrested — KOSPI Edges Higher Despite Political Upheaval, Won Stable

More than 100 South Korean police officers failed to arrest impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol after a near-six-hour standoff on Friday, in the latest development in South Korea's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42706961/south-korea-impeaches-second-president-in-2-weeks-will-the-economic-fallout-continue">month-long political crisis.&nbsp;</a>
The Details: According to<a href="https://apnews.com/article/south-korea-yoon-martial-law-impeachment-detention-c8dc1758647979455dbf0d56e70369a4"> a report</a> from the Associated Press, South Korea's anti-corruption agency withdrew its officers due to safety concerns after the hours-long standoff with presidential security forces.  
The anti-corruption agency said it has "serious regret about the attitude of the suspect, who did not comply with the legal process" and its agents had been involved in "several scuffles" with the presidential forces as they prevented access to Yoon's residence. 
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The current political crisis began on Dec. 3 when President Yoon declared martial law, leading to his impeachment on Dec. 14.
On Tuesday, the Seoul Western District Court issued <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42735383/south-korean-president-yoon-suk-yeol-faces-arrest-over-martial-law-declaration">a warrant</a> against Yoon on charges of masterminding a failed martial law declaration, orchestrating an insurrection and abusing power. The Corruption Investigation Office obtained a warrant for Yoon's arrest after he ignored three requests for an appearance for questioning.
Following Friday's failed attempt to arrest Yoon, the anti-corruption agency said that it plans to "strongly demand" the country's acting leader, Deputy Prime Minister Choi Sang-mok, instruct the presidential security forces to allow the execution of the warrant. 
According to AP, the National Police Agency said it planned to investigate the chief and deputy chiefs of the presidential security service and summoned them for questioning on Saturday on suspicion of obstructing official duty. 
Why It Matters: The country's economy faces significant challenges in 2025, exacerbated by the recent political turmoil and global economic pressures.&nbsp;
South Korea's Finance Ministry said in a statement Thursday it now sees the economy growing 2.1% in 2024 and 1.8% in 2025, down from July's forecasts of 2.2% growth for 2024 and 2.6% for 2025,<a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-01-02/south-korea-sharply-trims-gdp-forecast-after-martial-law-fiasco"> per</a> Bloomberg.&nbsp;
The iShares MSCI South Korea ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWY#NYSE">EWY</a>), providing exposure to large and mid-sized companies in South Korea, is down more than 20% over the past six months and down 5% in the last month alone. Shares of Coupang, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CPNG#NYSE">CPNG</a>), the country's largest e-commerce platform, are down nearly 7% since the political turmoil began. 
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South Korea Cuts Economic Growth Forecast, Impeached President Defies Arrest As Political Turmoil Continues

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Yonhap Reported 179 Of 181 Passengers Aboard Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 Confirmed Dead Following Crash At Muan International Airport In S. Korea On Sunday; Pane's Land Gear Failed To Deploy

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South Korea&#8217;s opposition-controlled National Assembly voted to impeach acting President Han Duck-soo on Friday, only two weeks after impeaching<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42702766/us-stocks-open-lower-nasdaq-down-over-1"> President Yoon Suk Yeol. </a>
South Korean stocks listed in the U.S. have faced significant volatility due to the recent political turmoil. The iShares MSCI South Korea ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWY#NYSE">EWY</a>), which tracks over 90 large and mid-sized South Korean companies, tumbled as much as 7% earlier in December to hit a 52-week low amid the political crisis. 
Shares of Coupang, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CPNG#NYSE">CPNG</a>), South Korea's largest e-commerce platform, have fallen more than 12% over the past month. KB Financial Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KB#NYSE">KB</a>), one of the country's largest financial institutions, is down by more than 9% over the same period. 
South Korea's currency has fallen amid the uncertainty to lows against the U.S. dollar not reached since the global financial crisis 15 years ago. 
The current political crisis began on Dec. 3 when President Yoon declared martial law, leading to his impeachment on Dec. 14. Prime Minister Han then assumed the role of acting president. 
The impeachment of acting President Han on Friday came after he refused to appoint three judges to the Constitutional Court which casts the final vote on presidential impeachments in the country.&nbsp;
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Friday's impeachment of President Han "suggests to the world the possibility that Korea's political unrest could be prolonged and worsen," Jeong Hoiok, a professor of political science at Myoungji University in Seoul, told the New York Times in an email.&nbsp;
The second impeachment could cause "significant harm to the diplomacy and economic status that Korea has built so far," Hoiok added.&nbsp;
What's Next: Friday's impeachment of acting President Han leaves the country without its top two officials and puts Finance Minister Choi Sang-mok next in line to assume the acting presidency.&nbsp;
"The most important thing right now is to minimize the confusion in state affairs," Mr. Choi said. "The government will do its best to stabilize them."
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<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/12/42307586/bitcoin-dumped-and-recovered-in-south-korea-amid-political-turmoil-an-arbitrage-opportunity-that-wasnt">Political uncertainty surrounding</a> South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has spurred heated activity on prediction market Polymarket on Wednesday.
What Happened: <a href="https://polymarket.com/event/south-korean-president-impeached-in-2024?tid=1733326929469">Data</a> from the prediction market shows a 37% probability of Yoon being impeached before the end of 2024.
Another Polymarket question <a href="https://polymarket.com/event/yoon-out-as-president-of-south-korea-in-2024?tid=1733326929195">gives</a> a 29% chance of Yoon being removed from office, underscoring heightened political instability in the country.
This uncertainty has already rippled through <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/24/12/42306717/south-korean-markets-plunge-amid-political-turmoil-as-president-yoons-martial-law-u-turn-sparks-uncertainty-samsung-sk-hynix-and-hyundai-stocks-tumble">South Korea's financial markets</a>.
Key technology and industrial stocks have taken a hit, with Samsung Electronics (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SSNLF#OTC">SSNLF</a>) down 1.12%, NVIDIA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) supplier SK Hynix (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HXSCF#OTC">HXSCF</a>) slipping 0.061%, and Hyundai Motor (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HYMTF#OTC">HYMTF</a>) falling 0.70%. 
The turmoil has also affected U.S.-listed South Korean equities, with Posco Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PKX#NYSE">PKX</a>) dropping 4.36% in regular trading before seeing a slight recovery after hours. 
South Korean ETFs in the U.S., including the iShares MSCI South Korea ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWY#NYSE">EWY</a>) and Franklin FTSE South Korea ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLKR#NYSE">FLKR</a>), also saw mixed performances, signaling broader market apprehension.
The situation has also impacted the South Korean won, which weakened by 0.21% against the U.S. dollar, trading at 1,416.65. 
Analysts noted that South Korea&#8217;s crucial role in global supply chains, particularly in semiconductors and automotive production, amplifies the stakes of this political drama.
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Why It Matters: The cryptocurrency market, too, felt the shockwaves.
Major coins like Bitcoin and Ethereum plunged on Upbit, South Korea&#8217;s largest crypto exchange, trading at a steep discount compared to international markets. 
Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) dropped as low as $71,800 on Upbit compared to $95,500 on Coinbase, while Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) fell to $2,700 on Upbit before recovering. 
The Korea Premium Index, which tracks price differences between South Korean and global exchanges, dipped to -14.67 during the chaos, signaling significant retail selling pressure.
However, the situation stabilized after President Yoon reversed his martial law decision following parliamentary pushback, with Bitcoin and Ethereum rebounding to align more closely with global prices. 
Analysts noted this episode's divergence from the traditional "Kimchi Premium," where South Korean crypto prices often trade at a significant premium.
Historical patterns add further context to the political stakes. 
South Korea has a tumultuous history of leadership changes, with several former presidents either overthrown, impeached, or imprisoned. 
Yoon's presidency, marked by controversy and challenges, now faces increasing scrutiny and the potential for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/12/42307586/bitcoin-dumped-and-recovered-in-south-korea-amid-political-turmoil-an-arbitrage-opportunity-that-wasnt">a similar fate</a>.
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Leading cryptocurrencies traded flat Tuesday even as the stock market closed at new records.&nbsp;
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What Happened: Bitcoin had a rocky journey, falling to $93,645 in the morning before recovering to $96,000.
The volatility came amid <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/24/12/42301885/south-korea-etfs-won-pare-losses-as-yoon-makes-u-turn-on-martial-law-declaration">huge political drama</a> in South Korea, as President Yoon Suk Yeol revoked a martial law decree just hours after it was announced.
Bitcoin's market dominance fell by more than 6%, while altcoins recorded a significant jump in share.&nbsp;
The volatile movement led to more than $621 million in cryptocurrency liquidations in the last 24 hours, with bullish leveraged bets accounting for $389 million.
Bitcoin's Open Interest (OI) fell by 2.26% in the last 24 hours. Interestingly, most top traders, i.e., those with the highest margin balance, continue to be bullish on Bitcoin, as per the Long/Shorts Ratio.
The "Extreme Greed" strengthened from 76 to 78 in the last 24 hours, per the Cryptocurrency Fear &amp; Greed Index, indicating expectations of future upsides.
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The global cryptocurrency market capitalization stood at $3.52 trillion, following an increase of 1.70% in the last 24 hours.
Major stock indexes closed at new records on Tuesday. The S&amp;P 500 gained 0.05% to end at 6,049.88, while the tech-focused Nasdaq Composite closed 0.40% higher to 19,480.91, setting a new intraday record of 19,486.14.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average, meanwhile, dropped 0.17% to close at 44,705.53.
Exchange-traded funds tracking the South Korean market fell amid political drama surrounding martial law. The iShares MSCI South Korea ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWY#NYSE">EWY</a>) closed down 1.59% to $55.81, while the Franklin FTSE South Korea ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLKR#NYSE">FLKR</a>) declined 0.84% to $18.78.
Investors parsed labor market data that revealed a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42298121/crude-oil-surges-2-us-job-openings-increase-in-october">higher-than-expected jump</a> in job openings for October compared to September.
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Analyst Notes: Widely followed cryptocurrency analyst Justin Bennett made a bold prediction about Ethereum's future price moves.
"If I&#8217;m right about ETH, it trades back to $1,000 from current levels. If I&#8217;m wrong, Ethereum breaks $3,700 to target $4,000," he said. "I&#8217;ve placed my bet. I&#8217;ll be here to call out levels to watch if I&#8217;m right or admit if I&#8217;m wrong."
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Influential cryptocurrency market observer Michaël van de Poppe noted how the altcoins were logging double-digit gains on a daily basis.
"The good thing: we&#8217;re just getting started. The bad thing: people will lose a lot, too," he remarked.&nbsp;
Van De Poppe advised his followers not to chase FOMO and "take profits of the table."
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Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin Power Down Amid South Korea Political Turmoil: Analyst Shares Strategy For Altcoin Holders — Avoid Chasing FOMO, Take Profits

South Korean markets traded sharply lower on Wednesday following a dramatic political upheaval that saw President Yoon Suk Yeol briefly impose and then quickly withdraw martial law <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/24/12/42301885/south-korea-etfs-won-pare-losses-as-yoon-makes-u-turn-on-martial-law-declaration">after facing parliamentary opposition</a>.
What Happened: The benchmark Kospi index fell 1.15% to 2,471.27, while the tech-heavy Kosdaq 100 dropped 2.64% as of 9:49 am local time, according to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">data from Benzinga Pro</a>. 
The political uncertainty particularly affected major technology and industrial stocks, with Samsung Electronics Co. (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SSNLF#OTC">SSNLF</a>) declining 1.12%.
NVIDIA Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) supplier SK Hynix (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HXSCF#OTC">HXSCF</a>) saw its shares drop 0.061%. Other industrial heavyweights also suffered, with Hyundai Motor (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HYMTF#OTC">HYMTF</a>) falling 0.70% and U.S.-listed Posco Holdings Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PKX#NYSE">PKX</a>) declining 4.36% to $47.77 on Tuesday&#8217;s regular session. Still, the stock recovered marginally in after-hours trading.
U.S.-based funds tracking South Korean equities showed signs of recovery in after-hours trading, with the iShares MSCI South Korea ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWY#NYSE">EWY</a>) rebounding 0.25% after earlier losses exceeding 6%. The Franklin FTSE South Korea ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLKR#NYSE">FLKR</a>) gained 0.53% after hours.
The political turbulence also impacted currency markets, with the South Korean won weakening 0.21% against the U.S. dollar to 1,416.65. 
The market reaction highlights South Korea&#8217;s crucial role in global supply chains, particularly in semiconductor manufacturing and automotive production, where many companies serve as essential suppliers to major U.S. firms.
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South Korean Markets Plunge Amid Political Turmoil As President Yoon's Martial Law U-Turn Sparks Uncertainty: Samsung, SK Hynix, And Hyundai Stocks Tumble

South Korean markets staged a sharp recovery Tuesday afternoon after President Yoon Suk Yeol reversed a martial law declaration just hours after its announcement following a unanimous parliamentary <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42292488/south-korean-etfs-slide-on-presidents-emergency-martial-law-declaration-protect-the-constitutional-democratic-order">vote against the measure.</a>
The iShares MSCI South Korea ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWY#NYSE">EWY</a>), a key vehicle for U.S.-based investors seeking exposure to South Korean equities, pared early losses of over 6% to trade down 1.6% as of 3 p.m. ET.
Similarly, the Franklin FTSE South Korea ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLKR#NYSE">FLKR</a>) was down 1%, recovering from steeper declines earlier in the session.
The South Korean won weakened by 0.9%, recovering somewhat from a 2% plunge against the U.S. dollar earlier in the day. 
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Volatile Tuesday For South Korean Assets</h3>
The day began with a political crisis that rattled global observers and sent South Korean markets into freefall. 
Late Tuesday night in Seoul, Yoon declared martial law during a televised address, claiming it was necessary to counter what he described as &#8220;anti-state forces&#8221; within the opposition.
Yoon accused opposition lawmakers of orchestrating gridlock in parliament, undermining key institutions and weaponizing fiscal policy by proposing a 4 trillion won ($2.8 billion) budget cut to cripple his administration.
Financial markets reacted abruptly, with U.S.-listed Korea-linked ETFs facing their steepest early losses since March 2020 during morning trading. 
The South Korean won tumbled nearly 3%, on track for its worst single-day decline since Nov. 9, 2016, when Donald Trump&#8216;s victory in the U.S. presidential election triggered a global selloff in emerging markets.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Chart: South Korean ETFs Rebound Sharply After Parliament Overturns Martial Law</h3>
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The president's sudden declaration triggered chaos. Members of Yoon&#8217;s own party urged him to lift the decree, with lawmakers condemning it as "unconstitutional."
Soldiers stormed the National Assembly building, smashing windows to gain entry and blocking lawmakers from entering.
The crisis drew international attention. U.S. Ambassador to South Korea Philip Goldberg commented on X, stating: "The U.S. Embassy and Department of State are closely tracking President Yoon&#8217;s recent declaration of martial law. The situation is fluid."
In response to the crisis, the Bank of Korea announced plans to hold an emergency meeting Wednesday to assess the potential economic and currency fallout.
The Bank of Korea governor, the minister of finance and other financial authorities vowed to provide an unlimited amount of liquidity to stabilize markets.
As reported by Reuters in New York afternoon hours, Yoon's surprise martial law declaration was swiftly and unanimously overturned by 190 National Assembly members, who defied police and military blockades to cast their votes.
According to South Korean law, the president is required to immediately lift martial law if parliament rejects it with a majority vote.
In a brief statement following the vote, Yoon announced that a cabinet meeting would be convened as soon as possible to address the unfolding situation.
Most of the protesters who had gathered outside the National Assembly returned home after the announcement that martial law would be lifted.
The cabinet meeting convened by Yoon officially confirmed the lifting of the martial law.
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