Economic growth in Q1 reaches 1.7%, highest in 5 1/2 years: BOK

Economic growth in Q1 reaches 1.7%, highest in 5 1/2 years: BOK

The conflict in the Middle East did stop the Korean economy from seeing a brisk rise in the first quarter. GDP growth in the quarter soared to its highest level in 5 1/2 years. Read more here

Apr 23, 2026