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South Korea’s Pay Gap Shrinks Slightly | South Korea News

South Korea’s gender pay gap just hit a historic low in the public sector, with women earning 19% less than men — the first time it’s dipped below 20% since tracking began. In the private sector, the gap remains wider at 29.3%, though it’s narrowed slightly. Women’s pay rose 6.5% — outpacing men’s 4.3% — signaling progress, but disparities persist. Industries like wholesale, retail, and construction still show extreme gaps of 42.3%, while accommodation and food services are closer at 14.2%. The government is now pushing for transparency, requiring companies to disclose detailed workforce data…

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