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Seoul-Japan Energy Push: Japan and South Korea agreed to deepen energy cooperation, including stronger stockpiles and supply-chain coordination for critical minerals, as Middle East tensions keep markets jumpy. G7 Pressure on Trade Imbalances: G7 finance chiefs met in Paris and vowed coordinated action on global imbalances, while also calling for the Strait of Hormuz to reopen—signaling energy risk is still driving policy. Samsung Strike Watch: A looming Samsung semiconductor labor dispute over bonuses has raised fears of disruption to a sector that underpins exports and AI demand, with talks and court moves trying to avert an 18-day strike. Tech & Security: Google unveiled Gemini-powered smart “audio glasses” with partners Warby Parker and Gentle Monster, while South Korea-linked reporting warns that simple photo poses like the “V” hand sign can enable fingerprint theft. World Cup Build-Up: South Korea’s Group A opener vs Czechia is set for June 11, with final squads due in early June.

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