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Massive Climate Protest in South Korea Demands Urgent Action

Over 30,000 people march in Seoul, criticizing government inaction and highlighting severe heat impacts.

  • Protesters call for systemic changes to address global warming and protect future generations.
  • South Korea's top court recently ruled the nation's climate law insufficient in safeguarding human rights.
  • The country is the second-largest coal polluter among G20 nations, with slow renewable energy adoption.
  • Record-breaking heat has severely affected daily life and agricultural production, including kimchi.
  • Demonstrators strategically chose Gangnam area to target major corporations for their role in emissions.
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