S. Korea Considers Extending Fuel Tax Cut Amid High Energy Costs

Oct. 5, 2023, 7:57 AM UTC

South Korea is “actively” considering extending its fuel tax cuts for another two months from end-October if global oil price rally continues, Finance Minister Choo Kyung-ho told reporters Thursday.

  • READ: S. Korea to Extend Fuel Tax Cut by 2 Months Through End-October
  • Separately, the Asian nation hasn’t made a decision on adjusting electricity rates: Choo
    • It will make the decision after reviewing state-owned Korea Electric Power Corp.’s financial stability, as well as global energy prices
  • NOTE: Korea has been largely refrained from raising power prices amid concerns over inflation
  • Choo reiterated government will take appropriate market stabilization steps in ...





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