Finance minister discusses market stabilization amid rising rates, Mideast uncertainty

South Korea's finance minister on Friday discussed measures to stabilize financial markets amid growing concerns over rising interest rates and heightened volatility in global markets amid renewed tensions in the Middle East. Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol reviewed the latest developments in global and domestic financial markets with relevant officials, according to the Ministry of Finance and Economy. During the meeting, the participants assessed that upward pressure on interest rates has conti