South Korean President Lee Jae-myung unveiled his first cabinet lineup on Sunday, naming six ministers and two senior secretaries to steer his administration’s key policy areas.
Koo Yun-cheol, former vice finance minister, was appointed minister of Economy and Finance and will double as deputy prime minister for economic affairs. His expertise is expected to guide South Korea’s post-pandemic recovery and growth strategies.
Lee Jin-sook, ex-president of Chungnam National University, takes on the role of minister of Education while also serving as deputy prime minister for social affairs. Her academic leadership may drive reforms in schools and community welfare.
Justice and internal affairs portfolios go to five-term lawmakers Jeong Seong-ho and Yoon Ho-jung, respectively. Both from the ruling liberal party, they bring deep legislative experience to oversee legal and administrative reforms.
Industry minister duties will fall to Kim Jung-kwan, president of Doosan Enerbility, tasked with boosting industrial innovation. Meanwhile, former KDCA commissioner Jeong Eun-kyeong will lead the Ministry of Health and Welfare amid evolving public health challenges.
President Lee also named senior presidential secretaries for civil affairs and non-governmental organizations, plus deputy chiefs of the National Intelligence Service, underscoring a comprehensive governance approach.
These appointments set the stage for Lee’s priorities in economic revival, social welfare, legal reform and public health. Observers at home and abroad will be watching as this new team takes the reins in South Korea’s next chapter.
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