KNPA deputy chief nominated as new police chief

The Korea Times reports that Kim Jong-chul, deputy commissioner general of the Korean National Police Agency (KNPA), has been nominated to serve as the agency's new commissioner general. This position has been vacant for nearly two years since former President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law. Kim expressed a sense of responsibility for his nomination, stating that public expectations for the police are higher than ever, and concerns about the police are growing.

The selection process for the KNPA commissioner general involves several steps, including nomination by the presidential office, approval by the National Police Commission, a formal recommendation by the interior minister, a confirmation hearing at the National Assembly, and final appointment by the president.

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