Lee Nominates DAPA Chief Lee Yong-cheol as Justice Minister

President Lee Jae Myung has nominated Lee Yong-cheol, the current commissioner of the Defense Acquisition Program Administration, to serve as justice minister. Presidential chief of staff Lim Kwang-hyun announced the nomination on Friday, according to KBS World Radio. The position has remained vacant for more than two months, according to The Korea Times.

The presidential office stated that Lee is a lawyer formerly associated with Lawyers for a Democratic Society, known as Minbyun, and has a background in protecting human rights and promoting democratic values. He previously served as a presidential secretary for civil affairs and legal affairs during the Roh Moo-hyun administration, where he assisted in leading anti-corruption system reforms. Cheong Wa Dae cited his legal background and administrative experience in structural reform as key qualifications for the role.

Additionally, the president nominated Ahn Duk-su, the chief of the Seoul Regional Tax Office, as the commissioner of the National Tax Service, according to The Korea Times.

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