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South Korea's National Assembly passes new law to protect victims

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The Korean parliament has approved a comprehensive legal framework designed specifically for individuals who have experienced rape, human smuggling by traffickers, or other forms of exploitation under the guise of marriage arrangements known as "marriage brokers." Following intense debate over recent cases involving foreign nationals and domestic victims in Seoul's entertainment district where women were forced into prostitution through deception regarding their marital status.

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    The Korean government has announced a plan to increase the number of civil servants by approximately 50, aiming for an additional workforce.
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    This expansion is part of broader efforts described as 'strengthening national power' and addressing specific societal needs such as childcare support (e.g., daycare centers).
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    The proposed measures include recruiting new personnel to fill roles in government agencies across various sectors.
[Mar 20, 13:37] Segye reports on the plan for approximately 50 additional civil servants as part of strengthening national power and addressing childcare needs like daycare centers.
[Mar 20, 13:12] Mk.co.kr reports on the plan for approximately 50 additional civil servants to strengthen government capabilities in areas such as childcare support (daycare centers).
[Mar 20, 13:04] Yonhapnewstv.co.kr reports on the plan for approximately 50 additional civil servants to strengthen national power and address childcare needs.