The economy gathered speed from near stillness, and the KOSPI rose with uncommon force, its 76 percent surge reflecting both the promise of artificial intelligence and shifting winds in the global order.
Beneath the recovery, divisions linger and the young continue to shoulder uncertainty.
Still, as the Year of the Fire Horse approaches — a symbol of strong motion, resolve and renewal — there is a quiet hope that 2026 will carry brighter energy, steadier ground, and a deeper sense of confidence for the people.
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