SOUTH KOREA: New president vows to boost economic growth

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Updated February 26, 2008 16:49:32

South Korea's new president Lee Myung-bak has been inaugurated for a five year term. Mr Lee is vowing to boost growth, cut youth unemployment and raise global competitiveness.

Presenter: Joanna McCarthy
Speakers: Yonsei University's Professor Jung Hoon Lee

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