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Why it is difficult for the Korean president to greet people

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South Korean President 이재명 has made significant changes to his cabinet, replacing six ministers and the policy chief. However, public opinion on these changes is largely negative, with surveys by 한국사회여론연구소 and 한국갤럽 showing that President 이재명의 approval ratings have dropped to 41.2% and 40%, respectively. The main reasons for the low ratings are concerns about 부동산 policy, 경제, and 인사.

Critics argue that some of the new appointees, such as 김승원 and 용혜인, have raised concerns due to past controversies and a perceived lack of qualifications.

Written by urgent.news from Hankyoreh's report — not a translation of it. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.

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