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South Korea's Employment Laws Fail Older Workers, Urges Reform

7/9/2025

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South Korea's employment laws are failing older workers, pushing them into lower-paying jobs and enforcing mandatory retirement at just 60. The "peak wage" system slashes salaries by up to 50%, deepening their financial struggles. Human Rights Watch urges the government to eliminate these discriminatory practices and enhance social security to safeguard the rights and livelihoods of older citizens.

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South Korea's employment laws are failing older workers, pushing them into lower-paying jobs and enforcing mandatory retirement at just 60. The "peak wage" system slashes salaries by up to 50%, deepening their financial struggles. Human Rights Watch urges the government to eliminate these discriminatory practices and enhance social security to safeguard the rights and livelihoods of older citizens.