(LEAD) Confirmation hearing reports adopted for justice, defense minister nominees

Parliamentary confirmation hearing reports have been adopted for the justice and defense minister nominees, with objections raised by the main opposition People Power Party (PPP). The ruling Democratic Party (DP) proceeded with the confirmation despite the boycott, as the nominee, Kim Seung-won, addressed allegations during the hearing.

However, the PPP maintains that these allegations were not fully resolved. Kim, a two-term lawmaker and former judge, has served in various capacities within the Moon Jae-in administration and the DP. For the defense minister nominee, Kang Shin-chul, the DP adopted a confirmation hearing report amid a PPP boycott. Kang's background in military affairs and his commitment to reform tasks were highlighted during his confirmation hearing.

However, the PPP disputed Kang's fitness, citing concerns over his son's commercial property purchase and the DP's refusal to call witnesses during the hearing.

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