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South Korean capital is increasingly flowing into ASX-listed companies involved in the battery sector, with firms like PLS Group, Liontown Resources, and Black Rock Mining forming strategic partnerships. Since the 2014 free trade agreement, trade between Australia and South Korea has more than doubled.

Korean companies are investing through equity stakes and joint ventures to secure supply chains for battery metals. Notable investments include POSCO's partnerships in lithium mining and graphite projects, and EcoPro's collaboration with Green Technology Metals. With global battery demand anticipated to grow, an estimated $1.6 trillion investment is needed to meet future requirements.