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Constitutional revision debate resurfaces in South Korea

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18 August 2026

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South Korea

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In South Korea, the debate over constitutional revision has resurfaced with proposals to allow a sitting president to seek a second term and adjustments to the presidential term length. This requires broad political agreement as amendments need two-thirds approval in the National Assembly, with opposition parties cautiously engaging.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

You face a shifting political risk as South Korea's constitutional changes could reshape presidential power and election cycles. If you have interests in South Korean governance or political cycles, now is the time to track legislative moves closely.

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