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South Korea: Seizures of Smuggled Weight-Loss Drugs Triple in First Half
South Korean customs data shows that illegal imports of weight-loss drugs like Wegovy and Mounjaro in the first half of the year more than tripled the total for all of 2025. The surge reflects growing global demand for GLP-1 medications, but authorities warn of health risks due to lack of oversight. Customs has intensified inspections at airports, post offices, and international shipping channels.