Lee vows to review policies that discourage young couples from registering marriage

President Lee Jae Myung has pledged to examine government policies that may hinder young couples from registering their marriage, as concerns have risen that such couples might be deterred from tying the knot due to potential disadvantages in accessing housing loans, welfare benefits, and other programs. The president made this declaration in a post on X, emphasizing the importance of not discouraging young people from marriage due to governmental policies.

President Lee has directed a comprehensive review of any policies that could disadvantage young married couples as a result of their union. The administration intends to fulfill its duty to ensure marriage is perceived as a fresh start filled with promise, rather than a hindrance. In a February meeting with senior officials, President Lee directed them to reassess policies that could place married couples at a disadvantage compared to their unmarried counterparts in areas such as housing loans and related programs.