South Korea stocks extend post-election rally, jump 2% on reform optimism

Ruling party to reintroduce a bill to strengthen minority shareholder rights

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President Lee Jae-myung made a stronger stock market an important piece of his campaign. (Photo by Mayumi Tsumita)

LISA KIM

TOKYO -- South Korean stocks rose on Monday, extending gains from last week, as global investors pin their hopes on policy reforms led by the country's new leadership.

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