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Political leader Lee Jae-myung has stressed that balanced regional development is essential for South Korea’s long-term economic survival and growth. He plans to meet with local mayors and governors to outline a comprehensive development strategy.
A recent poll indicates that President Lee Jae-myung's approval rating has fallen to a new low of 40.2 percent, marking the sixth consecutive week of decline and reflecting growing public dissatisfaction.
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung will host Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Seoul this week, his office confirmed Tuesday, as Washington steps up overtures to a key Beijing...
President Lee Jae-myung pledged to re-evaluate government policies that may disadvantage young married couples regarding housing loans and welfare benefits, addressing concerns about delayed or avoided marriage registrations.
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung has hinted at the imminent sale of his apartment in Seongnam, Gyeonggi Province, stating, "I no longer own a home" during a cabinet meeting.
On the anniversary of the Korean War, South Korean President Lee Jae-myung pledged to protect citizens and build a peaceful Korean Peninsula free from the fear of war. He also vowed greater honors for nations that fought in the conflict.
President Lee Jae-myung stated he informed US President Donald Trump that Washington needs to play a central role in reviving diplomacy with North Korea, emphasizing the need to first freeze Pyongyang’s nuclear and missile development.
President Lee Jae-myung is set to hold a press conference to unveil his administration's vision and policy goals for the second year of his presidency, marking his first anniversary in office.
Lee Jae-myung visited Busan to advocate for his maritime vision, emphasizing efforts to develop the shipping and port industries as strategic sectors. He invoked the legacy of a conservative icon to bolster his proposals.
South Korean opposition leader Lee Jae-myung has called for proactive fiscal policies to improve people's livelihoods and supported an expansionary budget for 2027, rejecting austerity. He also criticized the "predatory" practices of financial institutions.
US-Iran tensions intensified as the US Navy reportedly detained an Iranian-linked tanker, while President Trump issued warnings of military action and offered a path to negotiations if Iran released eight women. Trump also stated he did not wish to extend a ceasefire with Iran, indicating the military was eager to act.
President Lee Jae-myung vowed to ensure that no citizen's life would ever again be endangered by state failures at a ceremony marking the 12th anniversary of the Sewol ferry disaster, offering condolences to victims and bereaved families.
President Lee Jae Myung marked his 300th day in office in Jeju, where he highlighted his push for balanced regional development and his commitment to confronting the legacy of state violence. He hosted his 12th and final regional meeting there.
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung expressed his hope for maintaining good relations with Japan, emphasizing the importance of bilateral ties amidst a challenging international landscape and suggesting 'shuttle diplomacy' during a speech commemorating an independence movement.
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva began the official programme of his state visit to South Korea in Seoul on Monday, ahead of talks with President Lee Jae-myung expected to strengthen cooperation on trade, defence and other strategic areas.
A Korean editorial urges the president to resolve a decade-long administrative void, emphasizing urgent policy reforms and leadership accountability.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung is scheduled to host a luncheon next week for all lawmakers of the ruling party.
President Lee Jae-myung is poised to strengthen his control over South Korea's ruling Democratic Party of Korea. The ongoing leadership race indicates a growing pro-Lee presence within the party's top decision-making body.
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South Korean President Lee Jae-myung met with former President Moon Jae-in and pledged to revive the peace policy for the Korean Peninsula that was initiated under Moon's administration. This meeting marks the first occasion for such a discussion.
President Lee Jae-myung posted on X that politics should be about taking responsibility for the nation rather than seizing power, continuing his criticism of political party conflicts.
President Lee Jae-myung stated that South Korea will continue to pursue crimes committed against its citizens overseas, following the arrest of a former Filipino police officer suspected of masterminding the 2016 kidnapping and murder of a Korean national.
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung stated that joint efforts by South Korea and the United States to recover and return the remains of troops from the 1950-53 Korean War serve as the 'most powerful testament' to their alliance.
President Lee Jae-myung pledged to continue the legacy of late former President Roh Moo-hyun, focusing on building a nation founded on fairness, inclusion, and human dignity, during a memorial ceremony.
President Lee Jae-myung stated he survived a 2024 knife attack thanks to public support and pledged his devotion to the country, following a civil rights commission decision regarding his airlift.
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Samsung Electronics chairman Lee Jae-yong participated in "selfie diplomacy" at a Korea-India summit in New Delhi, drawing attention to the optics of the interaction.
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung has called on government officials to 'sleep less' if necessary to accelerate the completion of government projects and improve efficiency.
President Lee Jae Myung is scheduled to preside over a meeting with investors and financial authorities on Wednesday to review and discuss reform plans aimed at stabilizing the country's capital markets.
South Korean politician Lee Jae-myung has pledged strong support for Hyundai Motor's investment plans in the Saemangeum reclaimed land area.
Months of volatility and a recent sharp drop in Seoul's stock exchange are negatively impacting public approval ratings for President Lee Jae-myung.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung emphasized the need for uninterrupted reforms to ensure continued national development.
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung has proposed resuming dialogue with North Korea to officially end the Korean War and replace the armistice with a peace agreement. North Korea has remained silent on the proposal.
President Lee Jae-myung stated that South Korea would need to triple its property holding tax rate to match levels in other advanced economies, but warned that such a sharp increase would face strong public resistance.
President Lee Jae-myung on Saturday pushed back against concerns that South Korea’s southwestern Honam region may lack enough water to support possible semiconductor investments by Samsung…
South Korean opposition leader Lee Jae-myung has called for reform of the election watchdog, potentially through a constitutional amendment, following a police investigation into an alleged break-in at a ballot-counting center.
South Korea's President Lee Jae-myung met with parliamentary and judicial leaders to discuss a "grave infringement of voter rights" following a ballot shortage. The country plans to overhaul its election process in response to the incident.
South Korea is holding its quadrennial unified local elections to choose mayors of major cities, serving as an assessment of the Lee Jae-myung administration, which is nearing its first year, and highlighting political conflict and social division since the 'state of emergency' two years ago.
South Korea will host Prime Minister Takaichi as a quasi-state guest, with summit talks scheduled between Takaichi and South Korean President Lee Jae-myung in Andong.
Lee Jae-myung is scheduled to host a luncheon this week with representatives from minor parties and independent lawmakers. The meeting aims to foster dialogue and cooperation among political factions.
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung, accompanied by his wife Kim Hea-kyung, arrived in Delhi on Sunday for discussions with Prime Minister Modi on topics including shipping and AI.
Former Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba met with South Korean President Lee Jae-myung in Seoul, confirming their commitment to further develop Japan-South Korea relations through various levels of exchange.
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung urged greater cooperation between large corporations and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to foster sustainable economic growth.
During Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's state visit to Seoul, South Korean President Lee Jae-myung presented an AI-generated video depicting their shared history as factory workers, highlighting a unique bond between the leaders.