South Korea's employment rises overall, but manufacturing and construction jobs plummet.

South Korea's job market showed a mixed picture in January, with total employment rising by 135,000 to 27.88 million. The manufacturing and construction sectors saw significant declines, with manufacturing jobs hitting a 12-year low and construction jobs dropping by a record 169,000. However, public health and social welfare sectors saw gains. The economy faces challenges due to weak growth and global uncertainties.

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