Kim Min-seok, leader of the Democratic Party, expressed his support for the cabinet reshuffle announced by the Lee Jae-myung government on August 30. The party described the reshuffle as a "merit-based appointment."
In a Facebook post, Kim stated that the reshuffle symbolizes "strengthening capabilities and youth, as well as the progressive reform coalition." He added that it aligns perfectly with the party's focus on expanding practical measures for the public.
He also thanked the members of the first cabinet for their efforts, emphasizing that the party will verify the expertise of the new cabinet members through hearings and will work closely with them to ensure stability and success in governance.
Lee Yong-woo, spokesperson for the Democratic Party, held a press conference at the National Assembly, describing the appointments as practical and merit-based, placing individuals with expertise, field experience, and execution capabilities in appropriate positions.
He criticized the People Power Party for focusing on discrediting candidates through falsehoods and distortions, stating that the focus should be on verifying the candidates' abilities, qualities, and policy visions rather than engaging in political attacks.
Additionally, he affirmed that the Democratic Party will closely cooperate with the new cabinet to ensure stability in people's livelihoods, economic growth, and tangible results.
Meanwhile, the Blue House announced the reshuffle of six ministries. The new appointees include Lee Hyung-il as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy, Kim Seung-won as Minister of Justice, Kang Shin-cheol as Minister of National Defense, Lee So-young as Minister of SMEs and Startups, Hong Ji-sun as Minister of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, and Yong Hye-in as Minister of Gender Equality and Family.
In addition, the Blue House appointed Lee Hae-min as Chief of AI Future Planning, Ha Jung-woo as Vice Chair of the National AI Strategy Committee, Kim Kyung-soo as Special Advisor to the President for Political Affairs, and Lee Won-joo as Advisor for Mega Projects in the Presidential Office.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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