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South Korea’s Supreme Court clears Samsung chief Lee Jae-yong of fraud charges, ending a lengthy legal battle over a controversial 2015 merger. Accused of manipulating stock and accounting to secure control of Samsung, Lee is found not guilty after two prior acquittals. The court confirms the merger and accounting practices as lawful. Business groups welcome the decision, saying it enables swift leadership at Samsung amid trade tensions with the U.S. and economic challenges. Lee vows to steer Samsung forward despite growing market competition.
Thursday, 17 July, 2025
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