Leadership Shake-Up in South Korea's Trade Ministry

South Korea appointed former trade envoy Yeo Han-koo as the new trade minister. Simultaneously, Lee Hyoung-il, head of the statistics agency, was named as the first vice minister, according to spokesperson Kang Yu-jung. The announcement came from President Lee Jae-myung's office on Tuesday.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Seoul | Updated: 10-06-2025 13:46 IST | Created: 10-06-2025 13:46 IST
Leadership Shake-Up in South Korea's Trade Ministry
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In a notable restructuring, South Korea's trade ministry welcomes Yeo Han-koo, a former chief trade envoy, as its new leader, as announced by President Lee Jae-myung's office this Tuesday.

The leadership transition also includes the appointment of Lee Hyoung-il, who managed the country's statistics agency, elevating him to the position of the first vice minister.

The strategic appointments underscore the government's commitment to revitalizing the trade sector amidst evolving global economic dynamics, a move conveyed by spokesperson Kang Yu-jung.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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