South Korea abruptly cancels controversial clean hydrogen power generation tender announced five months ago

Decision appears to be due to clash with President Lee Jae-myung’s manifesto pledge to phase out coal-fired power by 2040

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung.
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung.Photo: Getty
Published 17 October 2025, 10:42Updated 17 October 2025, 10:42
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