Korea holding down fuel prices, but it's getting harder

South Korea's government is keeping fuel prices low by capping domestic prices and restricting exports of petroleum products. This move has helped shield the economy from sharp swings in global oil prices, but it's becoming increasingly expensive to maintain. The government is compensating refiners for their losses, but this policy is likely to be a strain on public finances as crude prices continue to climb.

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Korea is capping domestic fuel prices to shield its economy from global oil price swings. This could help stabilize the economy and protect consumers.

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