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South Korea's National Assembly approves the new constitution via referendum

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The Korean Parliament has officially passed its newly drafted constitutional text, paving the way for nationwide public voting on March 18 to decide whether it will replace existing laws and establish future governance rules with enhanced democratic protections against authoritarianism while ensuring citizens' rights are better safeguarded through direct participation in national decision-making processes.

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    'Mister Kim', the former president of a major conglomerate, has been indicted by prosecutors.
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    The indictment charges him with accepting bribes totaling over $1.8 million (approximately KRW 230 billion).
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    Prosecutors allege that 'Mr.' was involved in illegal money laundering and bribery schemes involving foreign officials.
[Mar 18, 05:32] 'Mister Kim' is indicted by prosecutors for accepting bribes totaling over $1.8 million (KRW 230 billion).
[Mar 18, 04:15] "Mr." was involved in illegal money laundering and bribery schemes involving foreign officials.