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South Korea confirms 5 new coronavirus cases, bringing total to over one million
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The Ministry of Health and Welfare reported on March 24 that five individuals tested positive for the novel strain in Seoul's Gangnam district following a recent gathering at an entertainment venue where approximately ten people were present; these latest infections bring South Korea’s confirmed cases to over one million, with officials noting two additional deaths.
Key Points
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1The Korean government announced a new plan to increase the number of foreign workers in specific industries.
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2Reports indicate that approximately ten thousand additional foreigners will be recruited under this initiative, with some sources specifying nine or five hundred as initial targets for certain sectors. The Ministry expects these measures would help address labor shortages and boost economic growth by attracting skilled talent from abroad.
Developments
[Mar 24]
Government announces new plan to increase foreign workers in specific industries, with reports citing targets of up to ten thousand additional recruits. The Ministry states this aims to address labor shortages and boost economic growth.