The term "company" used in this Act means a corporation incorporated for the purpose of engaging in commercial activities and any other profit-making activities.[This Article Wholly Amended by Act No. 10600, Apr. 14, 2011]
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Commercial Act — Article 169 (Definition of Company)
상법 제169조
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