The South Korean KOSPI index surpassed the 6,000-point mark for the first time, opening at 6,033.3 on Wednesday, February 25. This represents a rise of 63.66 points, or 1.07%, from the previous close. Meanwhile, Japan's Nikkei 225 index also saw gains, opening up 357.34 points, or 0.62%, at 57,678.43.