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WHO confirms South Korea's first case of a new coronavirus strain in Seoul.

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The World Health Organization has officially confirmed the initial detection and isolation of its newly identified variant, BQ-1.2 (Baqi), within an active cluster involving 30 cases across three provinces including Gyeonggi-do where most infections occurred among travelers from China who had been vaccinated against SARS-CoV-2 but not specifically for this strain; Seoul's Health Department stated that the virus was found in a patient with mild symptoms, and authorities are currently monitoring its spread while preparing targeted containment measures.

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    The South Korean government has decided to hold a referendum on the issue of nuclear power plants.
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    President Yoon Suk-yeol is expected to announce his decision regarding whether he will support or oppose holding this vote, with reports suggesting potential opposition from key figures within his administration and ruling party.
[Mar 25] Government announces the plan for a referendum on nuclear power plants; President Yoon Suk-yeol faces internal pressure regarding whether to support or oppose holding this vote, with reports indicating potential opposition from key figures within his administration and ruling party.