AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoLocal Elections Fallout: South Korea’s ruling Democratic Party won most local races but failed to flip Seoul, with conservative incumbent Oh Se-hoon narrowly retaining the mayoralty—an early check on President Lee Jae-myung’s first year. Election Integrity: The National Election Commission opened an investigation after ballot-paper shortages sparked protests and forced some voters to wait hours or leave without voting. AI Chip Diplomacy: Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang returned to Seoul for meetings with memory and robotics leaders, underscoring South Korea’s growing role in “physical AI” as Samsung and SK Hynix supply most AI memory. Markets & Listings: SK Hynix told investors its proposed U.S. listing drew “tremendously positive” feedback, as AI demand keeps pushing advanced memory valuations higher. Energy Deal: KEPCO won a contract for the second phase of Saudi Aramco’s Jafurah cogeneration project, aiming for power and steam supply starting in 2029. North Korea Nuclear Expansion: Kim Jong Un unveiled a new nuclear fuel production facility and vowed an “exponential” boost to the arsenal. Culture & Entertainment: Actor Ji Chang-wook faces additional tax assessments after a nonroutine audit, while BTS leader RM opened up about the emotional strain during the group’s 2024 military-service reunion period.
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