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Samsung Strike Watch: Samsung Electronics and its union will resume government-led mediation Monday, just days before an 18-day walkout that could disrupt memory-chip output and reignite the fight over AI-linked bonus payouts. Markets & AI Momentum: Seoul’s KOSPI briefly surged past 8,000 on an AI-chip boom, then slipped as global risk sentiment cooled. US–China Diplomacy: Trump’s Beijing visit ended with “preliminary” trade and aircraft understandings, while both sides kept key tensions—especially Taiwan—front and center. Regional Security: South Korea is weighing how far to support US-led efforts around the Strait of Hormuz as Middle East shipping risk continues. Local Politics: Ahead of June 3 local elections, 513 candidates were selected unopposed, with major races still drawing attention. Culture & Soft Power: Korea’s embassy in Nepal handed over Korean language textbooks to high schools, signaling continued education-focused outreach.

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Samsung, Union Resume Pay Talks as Strike Pressure Mounts in South Korea

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Samsung and South Korea union to resume pay talks

Samsung and South Korea union to resume pay talks

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“Don’t believe the hype:” Former ambassador to East Asia urges awareness of Chinese government tactics

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