South Korean plan faces problems

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SOUTH KOREA - Support for the state national pension plan has reportedly plummeted after several government institutions switched to alternative private plans.

It follows a decision by Korean Development Institute's decision (KDI), which provides analysis on government policies, to move staff to private schemes, along with those from the Government Employ...

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