<h1>South Korea's Truth Commission Finds Government Liable for Fraud in 1970s-80s Foreign Adoption Program; Calls for Apology</h1> South Korea's truth commission has found the government responsible for fraud and abuse in its foreign adoption program, which was aimed at reducing welfare costs. The investigation, involving 367 adoptees from Europe, the U.S., and Australia, confirmed human rights violations in 56 cases. The commission criticized the government's lack of oversight, allowing private agencies to manipulate adoption records and bypass proper consent. Recommendations include an official apology, addressing falsified adoption papers, and investigating citizenship issues among adoptees, particularly in the U.S. The report highlights the systemic issues in adoptions during the 1970s and '80s under military governments.