South Korea gasoline prices rise above 2,000 won a litre
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Updated · Yonhap News Agency · May 5
South Korea gasoline prices rise above 2,000 won a litre
8 articles · Updated · Yonhap News Agency · May 5
The national average reached 2,008.6 won per litre on 2 May, with diesel prices also rising, according to Korea National Oil Corp data.
A photo from Seoul on 5 May showed higher pump prices as the oil price hike continued across the country.
The report points to sustained upward pressure on fuel costs in South Korea, affecting motorists and transport expenses as global oil prices remain elevated.
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