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Kim Min-seok

Kim Min-seok
The latest news and top stories on Kim Min-seok, Prime Minister of South Korea. Appointed in July 2025 by President Lee Jae-myung, he is a seasoned politician, activist and educator. A four-time lawmaker for the Democratic Party, he previously served in the National Assembly from 1996 to 2002 and since 2020. His background includes student activism and degrees from prestigious universities. As Prime Minister, he oversees daily governance and is responsible for policies such as the temporary visa waiver for Chinese tour groups. He is expected to focus on economic recovery, addressing inequality and fostering Korean Peninsula stability.
South Korea

Top Seoul official calls Venezuela raid ‘violent atrocity’, stirring unease

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South Korea mandates labels on AI-generated adverts to curb deepfakes

Stale food, tiny rooms, falling badges: South Korean police blast Apec mess

Officers deployed to the Gyeongju meeting faced poor working conditions, sparking criticism and an investigation into their ordeal.

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