Asian markets fall, Kospi tumbles amid South Korea’s martial law

Asian markets fall, Kospi tumbles amid South Korea’s martial law

In the wake of a disruptive political crisis in South Korea, Asian markets saw a decline in trading on Wednesday. Global markets were shaken and regional uncertainty increased by President Yoon Suk Yeol’s abrupt declaration of emergency martial law, which was ultimately lifted within hours. Markets in South Korea saw steep drops, with the Kosdaq…