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South Korea's economy rattled by political turmoil after martial law decree

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South Korean investigators have delivered the second summons to President Yoon Suk Yeol, after he failed to respond to the first. He has been ordered to appear on Christmas Day for questions on declaring martial law. The suspended president faces criminal charges of insurrection that could see him jailed for life. The political uncertainty has put a damper on year-end festivities. Businesses in food and hospitality are seeing a drop in takings during what is usually one of the busiest periods, capping off a disappointing year for the economy. Lim Yun Suk reports.

South Korean investigators have delivered the second summons to President Yoon Suk Yeol, after he failed to respond to the first. He has been ordered to appear on Christmas Day for questions on declaring martial law. The suspended president faces criminal charges of insurrection that could see him jailed for life. The political uncertainty has put a damper on year-end festivities. Businesses in food and hospitality are seeing a drop in takings during what is usually one of the busiest periods, capping off a disappointing year for the economy. Lim Yun Suk reports.

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