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South Korea to ban all foreign workers
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The Korean government has announced a definitive end date of March 19 for the temporary employment system that allows foreigners into its workforce through visa programs and work permits by year-end next month (March). Officials stated this move is necessary to address severe domestic unemployment as foreign workers have become increasingly difficult to find jobs in Korea.
Key Points
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1South Korea's President Yoon Suk-yeol has announced plans to hold a referendum in March or April of the following year.
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2The proposed amendment aims for 'national consensus' and would require approval from at least half of all voters, not just those casting valid ballots as currently required by law.
Developments
[Mar 19]
President Yoon Suk-yeol announced plans to hold a referendum in March or April next year regarding the constitutional amendment for national consensus, requiring approval from at least half of all voters.
[Feb ?] (Implied context)
The President previously stated that if he were re-elected as president and became prime minister in 2036 or later under the new constitution system, a referendum would be held to amend Article 74.