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South Korea Sees Record 245,000 Jobs Added in May

6/11/2025

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South Korea experienced a significant job increase of 245,000 in May, the highest in over a year.
Total employment rose to 29.16 million, reflecting five months of steady job growth.
Job gains for earlier months included 135,000 in January, 136,000 in February, 193,000 in March, and 194,000 in April.
The manufacturing and construction sectors continue to struggle with employment declines.

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Story summary

South Korea experienced a significant job increase of 245,000 in May, the highest in over a year.
Total employment rose to 29.16 million, reflecting five months of steady job growth.
Job gains for earlier months included 135,000 in January, 136,000 in February, 193,000 in March, and 194,000 in April.
The manufacturing and construction sectors continue to struggle with employment declines.