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President Lee offers government apology to victims of major disasters and their families

President Lee Jae Myung formally apologized on behalf of the government in a meeting with family members of victims of recent major disasters, including the Sewol ferry sinking, Itaewon crowd crush and Jeju Air crash.

2025-07-16

Education minister nominee says sending daughter to study in U.S. was 'grave mistake'

Lee Jin-sook, nominee for education minister and deputy prime minister for social affairs, apologized for her daughter's alleged illegal study abroad but defended herself against allegations that she'd wrongly put her name on papers.

2025-07-16

Lee approves science minister's appointment in first during his administration

President Lee Jae Myung has approved the appointment of Bae Kyung-hoon as science minister, his office said Wednesday, marking his first appointment of a minister since taking office last month.

2025-07-16

Gut check time for Korea as Trump tariff deadline fast approaches

With just over two weeks left before the United States imposes new tariffs on Aug. 1, Korea finds itself weighing how far it can go to meet Washington’s demands — and where it must draw the line.

2025-07-16

Ex-President Yoon faces full weight of Korean justice after second arrest over thwarted martial law bid

Former President Yoon Suk Yeol faces a lengthy detention and new charges tied to his Dec. 3 declaration of martial law after a Seoul court approved an arrest warrant that was filed by the special counsel in charge of his case.

2025-07-15

President Lee invites 20 leaders to participate in upcoming APEC summit in Korea

President Lee Jae Myung sent letters to 20 leaders inviting them to take part in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit this fall.

2025-07-15

Cabinet approves Commercial Act revision expanding board members' fiduciary duty to shareholders

The Cabinet on Tuesday approved amendments to the Commercial Act that expand the fiduciary duties of corporate board members to all shareholders, in a move that many analysts say will help improve standards on corporate governance.

2025-07-15

Seoul gov't, district offices struggle to find funds for Lee administration's coupon program

As the application period for the Lee Jae Myung administration’s public livelihood recovery coupons approaches on July 21, local governments are expressing deep concern over the financial burden.

2025-07-15

A prez and his dog: Lee reflects on animal emotional instincts in Instagram post

In an Instagram post Monday, Lee shared a photo of himself with Bobby, the family’s pet dog, along with a surprisingly self-aware reflection on the affection, loyalty and emotional instincts of animals — and how they often surpass those of humans.

2025-07-14

Lee's approval rating rises despite controversial Cabinet nominees

President Lee Jae Myung's approval rose despite ministerial nominee controversies. The People Power Party continues to struggle.

2025-07-14