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Prime Minister Nominee Han Seong-sook Divests Multiple Properties, Retains Single Home Sold Below Acquisition Price Prime Minister nominee Han Seong-sook announced that she has finalized her transition to owning only a single home in Samcheong-dong, Seoul, following the sale of two additional properties, in addition to the sale of her apartment in Jamsil last month. SBS Jun 23, 2026 3:08 PM

Prime Minister Nominee Han Seong-sook Becomes Single-Home Owner After Selling Two Additional Properties: "Leading the Implementation of Policy Stance" Prime Minister nominee Han Seong-sook announced today that she has sold two additional properties she owned, becoming a single-home owner. SBS Jun 23, 2026 2:47 PM

North Korea's Choe Ryong-hae Returns as Powerful Organization Secretary: A Move to Tighten Discipline? The Korean Central News Agency reported that during the enlarged plenary meeting of the 9th Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea, held from June 20 to 22, General Secretary Kim proposed recalling Choe from his post as Chairman of the Standing Committee of the Supreme People's Assembly and electing him as a secretary of the Party Central Committee. SBS Jun 23, 2026 1:48 PM

President Lee: "South Korea's Global Standing Has Changed Significantly Over the Past Year" ▲ President Lee Jae-myung speaks at the Cabinet meeting and emergency economic r… SBS Jun 23, 2026 12:43 PM

President Lee Calls for Expansion of 'Startup for All' Support Amid Economic Restructuring President Lee Jae-myung stated that the scale, intensity, and frequency of the government's startup support project, 'Startup for All,' should be increased. SBS Jun 23, 2026 12:19 PM

President Lee: "Asset Polarization Amid Semiconductor Boom... Youth Policy Is Crucial" President Lee Jae-myung stated that asset polarization is deepening behind the boom in the semiconductor industry and the stock market, emphasizing that policy efforts for marginalized youth are particularly important. SBS Jun 23, 2026 12:13 PM

National Assembly Probe into Ballot Shortage Begins Amid Mass Absence of NEC Witnesses The National Assembly is holding a meeting of the Special Committee on the State Investigation to uncover the causes of the ballot shortage incident. SBS Jun 23, 2026 12:07 PM

President Lee: "Oil Price Caps Must Be Maintained and Lowered More Boldly Amid Inflationary Pressure" President Lee Jae-myung addressed the "oil price cap" system, which has been in operation to respond to the situation in the Middle East, stating, "Should we not be more bold in maintaining the price cap and lowering the maximum price itself?" During the 27th Cabinet meeting and 12th Emergency Economic Review Meeting held at the Blue House today , President Lee said, "With excess tax revenue expected from sectors like semiconductors, the fiscal burden would not be significant even if we lower fuel taxes, and it would also help expand the consumption capacity of the working class." President Lee also noted, "There is pressure from inflation, and the prices of petroleum products have risen too much. SBS Jun 23, 2026 12:06 PM

President Lee: "Fake News Causes Massive Social Conflict and Division… Must Respond Sternly" ▲ President Lee Jae-myung speaks at a Cabinet meeting and emergency economic ins… SBS Jun 23, 2026 11:52 AM

President Lee on Death of Firefighter Before Wedding: "It Has All Been Confirmed as True" President Lee Jae-myung attended the State Council meeting and emergency economic review meeting held at the Blue House today . SBS Jun 23, 2026 11:29 AM