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Wife of SK chief wins South Korean record $643mn divorce settlement
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Wife of SK chief wins South Korean record $643mn divorce settlement

A South Korean appellate court has ordered SK Group chairman Chey Tae-won to pay his estranged wife, Roh Soh-yeong, a record divorce settlement of 944.4 billion won ($643.9 million). The ruling highlights the financial implications for Chey, who oversees SK Hynix, a major global memory chip manufacturer. The couple was married for nearly 38 years before their separation. The decision reflects ongoing legal disputes over wealth distribution in high-profile families.

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Wife of SK chief wins South Korean record $643mn divorce settlement

A South Korean appellate court has ordered SK Group chairman Chey Tae-won to pay his estranged wife, Roh Soh-yeong, a record divorce settlement of 944.4 billion won ($643.9 million). The ruling highlights the financial implications for Chey, who oversees SK Hynix, a major global memory chip manufacturer. The couple was married for nearly 38 years before their separation. The decision reflects ongoing legal disputes over wealth distribution in high-profile families.

Bias read (Center): The article presents the divorce settlement as a legal matter, focusing on the financial outcome rather than taking a political stance. While the subject involves a prominent businessman and potential economic impact, there is no overt ideological framing or emphasis on political affiliations. The报道

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