Bank of Korea says it sees GNI topping US$30,000 per person in 2018

Bank of Korea says it sees GNI topping US$30,000 per person in 2018

South Korea's GNI per capita has risen 7.5% year-on-year to reach US$29,745 in 2017.

The logo of the Bank of Korea is seen on the top of its building in Seoul, South Korea, March 8, 2016. (Reuters pic)
SEOUL:
A Bank of Korea official said on Wednesday he sees South Korea’s gross national income (GNI) exceeding US$30,000 per person this year for the first time.

South Korea’s GNI per capita rose 7.5% year-on-year to reach US$29,745 in 2017, the Bank of Korea said.

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