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- President Lee Jae Myung announced South Korea will not join the CPTPP during his term.
- He noted that accession requires consent from all twelve CPTPP members.
- Lee’s term ends in June 2030, limiting the window for any application.
- Earlier this month he told ministers to halt CPTPP pursuit, citing farmer impact.
- He made the remarks at a Seoul meeting with farmers, fishermen and forestry workers.