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Ruling party calls for expansionary fiscal policy
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Fusion42 · 25 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
The ruling Democratic Party of Korea is pushing for an expansionary fiscal policy with the 2027 budget expected to exceed 800 trillion won, marking the largest year-on-year increase since 2009. This move focuses on supporting growth amid economic challenges by increasing state spending on education, electric vehicles, and future industries.
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South Korea is ramping up its budget growth more than a decade after the last peak, opening opportunities for companies in education, EVs, and innovation sectors to access new government funds this year. You need to align swiftly with state initiatives aimed at future industries or risk losing early lead advantage.
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