Presidential aide on economic growth named new presidential policy chief

SEOUL, October 1 (Yonhap) -- Chief presidential aide Ha Joon-kyung has been appointed as the presidential chief of staff for policy, replacing Moon Shin-hak, who was appointed as the new chief presidential aide for economic growth, according to a briefing by presidential secretary Seong Ghi-hong. Meanwhile, Rep. Song Young-gil of the ruling Democratic Party has been named President Lee Jae Myung's special envoy for peace and diplomacy, while Rep. Kim Byung-joo, another DP lawmaker, has been chosen as a special envoy for defense policy.

Vice Chairman of the Financial Services Commission Kwon Dae-young has been appointed as the first vice finance minister, while Jeong Eui-kyung, a senior official at the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, has been appointed as the ministry's second vice minister. These personnel changes were made to align with President Lee's intention to better address the public's needs, according to Seong.

The administration's commitment to reforms and its dedication to enhancing social policies, such as housing, employment, and financial support for low-income individuals, remains steadfast.