The Ministry of Employment and Labor completely denied allegations spreading online today (July 1) that the government sent official letters to Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix demanding the nullification of existing performance bonus agreements for a "semiconductor excess profit-sharing system."

The Labor Ministry labeled these claims as "false information" and warned that it would take strong action against the malicious spread of such rumors.

The ministry stated today, "The posts currently circulating online regarding a 'semiconductor excess profit-sharing system' and the 'nullification of performance bonus agreements' are completely groundless and untrue."

Recently, posts have been spreading on anonymous online communities for employees, claiming that "the government sent official letters to Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix ordering a full review of existing performance bonus agreements and requiring them to design and operate compensation and distribution methods in line with a government-led excess profit-sharing policy starting next year."

The Labor Ministry confirmed that it has not sent any such official letters.

"We plan to respond strongly, including reporting to investigative authorities, if such false information is maliciously spread in the future," the ministry said.

Meanwhile, the Labor Ministry is planning to hold a discussion forum this month on topics such as semiconductor profit distribution.

It is reported that the specific agenda and timing are currently being coordinated.