President Lee Jae Myung reaffirmed government support for Samsung and SK Group's 800 trillion won semiconductor cluster project in Gwangju and Jeolla provinces. The plan, aiming for balanced regional development, faces opposition criticism as a political move.
President Lee Jae Myung attributes South Korea's early World Cup exit to favouritism in personnel decisions, criticizes coach Hong Myung-bo, and calls for a sports ministry investigation.
President Lee Jae Myung pledges sustained dialogue and cooperation with North Korea to resolve the decades-old issue of South Korean citizens abducted during the Korean War.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung met with Japanese lawmaker Ryota Takeda, head of the South Korea-Japan Parliamentarians' union, at Cheong Wa Dae to discuss strengthening bilateral ties amidst complex international relations and global uncertainties, aiming for closer cooperation.
President Lee Jae Myung emphasized the need for South Korea to foster innovative companies in AI, drones, cybersecurity, and aerospace to enhance national security and expand beyond its traditional defense industry, aiming for 5 "new security sector" firms with 1 trillion won value by 2030.
President Lee Jae Myung announced that three more South Korean-operated vessels are expected to exit the Strait of Hormuz this weekend, following the departure of eight ships. This development comes after a preliminary peace deal between the United States and Iran, which had led to the effective closure of the strait since February.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung pledged pragmatic diplomacy focused on national interests, strengthened trilateral cooperation with the U.S. and Japan, and large-scale investments in cutting-edge industries to address global challenges like geopolitical tensions and supply chain uncertainties.
President Lee Jae Myung's approval rating has fallen to 51%, its lowest since taking office. A Gallup Korea poll cited the economy, housing policies, and National Election Commission irregularities as reasons for the decline.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and the foreign ministry expressed condolences to Venezuela after powerful earthquakes killed dozens and injured hundreds. While reviewing potential aid, Seoul confirmed no South Korean nationals were among the victims, with about 100 Koreans residing in the affected country.
President Lee Jae Myung met Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-yong to discuss large-scale regional semiconductor investments, including a potential chip cluster in the southwestern Honam region, aligning with the government's balanced regional development policy.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung emphasized expanding investment in advanced industries, like semiconductor clusters, in regional areas outside the capital to achieve balanced development. He warned against development polarization and also voiced concerns over rising food and dining prices, instructing officials to stabilize them.
President Lee Jae Myung met with Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-yong to discuss regional semiconductor investments, including a potential chip cluster in the Honam region. The talks align with the government's balanced regional development policy and preparations for an upcoming conference.
President Lee Jae Myung announced plans to expand investment in advanced industries, including semiconductor clusters, in South Korea's regional areas to address the country's excessive concentration in the capital region and foster balanced development. A detailed blueprint is expected soon.
President Lee Jae Myung hosted foreign ambassadors and heads of international organizations for a "K-food" banquet at Cheong Wa Dae, discussing South Korea's foreign policy and diplomatic outcomes. The event aimed to strengthen ties and seek cooperation with the international community.
President Lee Jae Myung hosted foreign ambassadors and heads of international organizations at Cheong Wa Dae for a "K-food" banquet. The event aimed to brief envoys on South Korea's foreign policy and diplomatic outcomes, emphasizing shared values of freedom, peace, and prosperity.
Police plan to question Korean American professor Morse Tan this week over alleged defamation of President Lee Jae Myung. Tan is accused of falsely claiming Lee was involved in murder as a teenager and sent to a juvenile detention center.
President Lee Jae Myung will host a banquet dinner for foreign ambassadors and international organization chiefs in Seoul on Tuesday. The event aims to brief guests on his recent European trip and outline his foreign policy direction.
President Lee Jae Myung will visit a Marine Corps unit and inspect a national security area on Wednesday, followed by a banquet for Korean War veterans on Thursday. The visits mark the 76th anniversary of the Korean War, aiming to honor veterans and strengthen national defense.
President Lee Jae Myung urged state support for young people, citing widening asset disparities due to booms in semiconductor and stock markets. He called for policies to expand opportunities and suggested using excess tax revenues to lower fuel prices and supplement income.
President Lee Jae Myung urged for government policies to support young people, citing that recent booms in the semiconductor and stock markets have exacerbated asset disparities, leaving many young individuals feeling isolated and left behind.
President Lee Jae Myung's disapproval rating has exceeded his approval rating for the first time since taking office, a survey revealed Monday. The decline is attributed to ballot shortages in recent local elections and internal party strife.
President Lee Jae Myung's disapproval rating has exceeded his approval rating for the first time since taking office, with a recent poll showing 49.7% disapproval versus 46.7% approval. The decline is attributed to ballot shortages in local elections and internal party strife.
President Lee Jae Myung has appointed new senior presidential secretaries for communications and civil affairs, along with three other aides. Seong Ghi-hong, former CEO of Yonhap News Agency, was named secretary for public relations and communication, and Han Chan-sik, a former prosecutor, for civil affairs. Nam Jae-heon was appointed vice minister of Oceans and Fisheries.
President Lee Jae Myung has appointed new senior presidential secretaries for communications and civil affairs, along with three other aides. Seong Ghi-hong, former CEO of Yonhap News Agency, will lead public relations, and Han Chan-sik, a former prosecutor, will handle civil affairs.
