Seoul, March 23, 2026 (AFP) - South Korean won slumps to 17-year low against US dollar

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South Korea's won dropped to its weakest level against the US dollar in 17 years in early trading on Monday amid market volatility sparked by the Iran war. The currency slipped to 1,510 won per dollar, its lowest point since 2009. kjk/tc ...

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