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South Korea Reinstates Fuel Price Controls Amid Economic Strain

3/11/2026

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South Korea reintroduces fuel price controls for the first time in more than 30 years.
President Lee Jae Myung says the move responds to rising global tensions and aims to protect an economy that relies on fuel imports.
Prices have risen to more than 1,900 won per litre, marking a three-year high.
The government cites concerns over increasing import costs, sluggish economic growth, rising inflation, and the potential threat of stagflation.

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South Korea reintroduces fuel price controls for the first time in more than 30 years.
President Lee Jae Myung says the move responds to rising global tensions and aims to protect an economy that relies on fuel imports.
Prices have risen to more than 1,900 won per litre, marking a three-year high.
The government cites concerns over increasing import costs, sluggish economic growth, rising inflation, and the potential threat of stagflation.