South Korea's Ministry of Economy and Finance has filed a criminal complaint with the Gyeonggi Nambu Provincial Police Agency against individuals accused of originating and actively spreading online claims that the government would force the sale of US dollars. The complaint alleges violations including under the Basic Telecommunications Act. The ministry had previously issued a reference note on 1 April stating that the forced dollar sale claim was entirely untrue. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister Koo Yun-cheol said the government will continue to respond strictly to fake news that could trigger market uncertainty and undermine confidence in policy.
Ministry of Economy & Finance (South Korea) 2026-04-02
South Korea's Ministry of Economy and Finance files criminal complaint over fake news alleging forced dollar sales
The Ministry of Economy and Finance of South Korea has filed a criminal complaint with the Gyeonggi Nambu Provincial Police Agency against individuals accused of originating and spreading false online claims that the government would force the sale of US dollars, alleging violations of the Basic Telecommunications Act. The ministry reiterated that the claims are entirely untrue and stated it will continue to respond strictly to fake news that could trigger market uncertainty and undermine confidence in policy.