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Lee names Han Seong-sook as South Korea prime minister nominee - UPI June 7 (Asia Today) -- South Korean President Lee Jae Myung on Sunday nominated Han Seong-sook, the minister of SMEs and startups and a former tech executive, as his next prime minister, saying she is suited to lead the country through an artificial intelligence transformation. The appointment of Han, who served as the first minister of SMEs and startups under the Lee administration, signals that Lee is prioritizing economic and industrial policy over a more politically oriented choice as he begins his second year in office. Han would become South Korea's first female prime minister in 20 years if she passes a National Assembly confirmation hearing and receives parliamentary approval. South Korea's last female prime minister was Han Myeong-sook, who served beginning in 2006. Presidential Chief of Staff Kang Hoon-sik announced the nomination during a briefing at Chunchugwan, the presidential press center. Related South Korean President to visit Europe for G7 summit, Vatican meeting South Korea's nuclear sub talks with Washington have gone missing S. Korea Protesters block Seoul counting center after ballot dispute…

A Historic Choice: South Korea's First Female Prime Minister in 20 Years A Historic Choice: South Korea's First Female Prime Minister in 20 Years Han Seongsook has been appointed as South Korea's Prime Minister, marking a significant moment as she becomes the country's first female Prime Minister in two decades. This decision was announced by the presidential office following President Lee Jae Myung's selection, emphasizing forward momentum in gender representation. Devdiscourse News Desk | South Korean President Lee Jae Myung Chosen Han Seongsook | Updated: 07-06-2026 10:45 IST | Created: 07-06-2026 10:45 IST SHARE In a landmark decision, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has selected Han Seongsook to serve as the Prime Minister, according to an announcement from the presidential office on Sunday. This appointment marks a historical moment as Han becomes the first female Prime Minister of South Korea in twenty years. Han's previous role as the minister for small and midsize businesses and startups highlights her experience and readiness to take on this significant leadership position. ALSO READ South Korea's Vision: Sharing Success and Embracing AI Innovation Nvidia's Strategi…

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Lee names Han Seong-sook as South Korea prime minister nominee - UPI Loading... President Lee Jae Myung (L) poses for a photo with SMEs and Startups Minister Han Seong-sook (R) after presenting her with a letter of appointment at the presidential office in Seoul, South Korea. Photo by YONHAP / EPA June 7 (Asia Today) -- South Korean President Lee Jae Myung on Sunday nominated Han Seong-sook, the minister of SMEs and startups and a former tech executive, as his next prime minister, saying she is suited to lead the country through an artificial intelligence transformation. The appointment of Han, who served as the first minister of SMEs and startups under the Lee administration, signals that Lee is prioritizing economic and industrial policy over a more politically oriented choice as he begins his second year in office. Advertising Advertising Han would become South Korea's first female prime minister in 20 years if she passes a National Assembly confirmation hearing and receives parliamentary approval. South Korea's last female prime minister was Han Myeong-sook, who served beginning in 2006. Presidential Chief of Staff Kang Hoon-sik announced the nomination during a briefing at Ch…

⚡ BREAKING: South Korea's National Assembly approves Han Seong-sook as new prime minister, local media reports. The bill clears the way for Han to lead the cabinet under the current administration. #Politics #Government

Kim leaves office as prime minister - The Korea Herald Prime Minister Kim Min-seok left office Wednesday, asking civil servants to put the people's lives and the socially vulnerable ahead of anything else. "I think politics is to see the future through the eyes of the weak," Kim said during his departure ceremony, pointing to his official prime ministerial tie that features a pattern of sheep with an empty space in the center. "This is an expression of our pledge to look after and take care of all, with no one left behind, in the course of (the economic) recovery, growth and a leap forward," he said. "I hope you will maintain the attitude of civil servants in the Lee Jae Myung administration to put the top priority on people's lives and the weak." Kim is widely expected to run for leader of the ruling Democratic Party. "I will work with a greater sense of responsibility in the new arena to back the success of the Lee Jae Myung government and open up a new era," he said. The National Assembly held a two-day confirmation hearing on Kim's successor Han Seong-sook last week and approved her nomination Tuesday night. Han, a former CEO of online portal giant Naver who joined the g…

PM nominee holds meeting with youths as she prepares to take over SEOUL, June 12 (Yonhap) -- Prime Minister nominee Han Seong-sook held a meeting ...

PM nominee vows to put top priority on improving people's livelihoods SEOUL, June 8 (Yonhap) -- Prime Minister nominee Han Seong-sook said Monday she ...

South Korea names first woman PM in 20 years <figure class='media w-full sm:w-full media--center media--uneven media--stretch' data-original-src='https://i.dawn.com/large/2026/06/0806144105ae1b0.gif'> <div class='media__item '><picture><img src='https://i.dawn.com/large/2026/06/0806144105ae1b0.gif' alt=' Han Seong-sook ' /></picture></div> <figcaption class='media__caption '>Han Seong-sook</figcaption> </figure> <p>SEOUL: South Korean President Lee Jae Myung nominated Han Seong-sook to be his next prime minister on Sunday, making her only the second woman to hold the post if confirmed by parliament.</p> <p>Han currently serves as minister for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and Startups.</p> <p>The nomination comes after Lee’s party dominated local elections on Wednesday, although the Democratic Party lost the high-profile Seoul mayoral race to the opposition.</p> <p>The elections also sparked controversy over ballot shortages that affected 50 polling stations nationwide, prompting the head of the state election watchdog to resign.</p> <p>Lee has “judged nominee Han to be the right person to take responsibility for growth and people’s livelih…

(LEAD) PM nominee vows to put top priority on improving people's livelihoods SEOUL, June 8 (Yonhap) -- Prime Minister nominee Han Seong-sook said Monday she ...

South Korea nominates Han as country's first female prime ... - AsiaOne SEOUL — South Korean President Lee Jae-myung has chosen Han Seong-sook, the country's minister for small and midsize businesses and startups, to be prime minister, the presidential office said on Sunday. If approved by parliament, Han would become South Korea's first female prime minister in 20 years. Han, who had also previously served as chief executive of South Korean internet giant Naver, is expected to lead the country's AI transformation, South Korea's ‌presidential chief of staff Kang Hoon-sik said at a press briefing. "Han will be able to transform South Korea's economic growth — driven by the semiconductor boom and rising exports — into inclusive growth that reaches everyone, including small and medium-sized enterprises," Kang said. The role of prime minister is largely ceremonial and administrative under South Korea's presidential system. [[nid:737523]]

South Korea nominates Han ​Seong-sook as country's first female Prime Minister in two decades Ms. Han, who ​had also ‌previously served as chief executive of South Korean internet giant Naver, is ‌expected to lead the country’s ​AI transformation, South Korea’s presidential Chief of Staff ⁠Kang Hoon-sik said at a press briefing

Lee nominates SME Minister Han Seong-sook as new prime minister SEOUL, June 7 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung has nominated Han Seong-sook, ...

S. Korea Names First Female Prime Minister in 20 Years If approved by parliament, Han will become South Korea's first female prime minister in two decades. Presidential Chief of Staff Kang Hoon-sik said Han, a former CEO of internet giant, is expected to lead the country's AI-driven transformation and help translate growth in the semiconductor and export sectors into broader economic benefits. The nomination reflects the administration's focus on technology, innovation, and support for small and medium-sized businesses as key drivers of future growth. Under South Korea's presidential system, the prime minister's role is largely administrative and ceremonial, although the position plays an important part in coordinating government policy.

(LEAD) Lee nominates SME Minister Han Seong-sook as new prime minister SEOUL, June 7 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung has nominated Han Seong-sook, ...

South Korea nominates country's first female prime minister in ... - LBC South Korea nominates country's first female prime minister in two decades 58-year-old Han Seongsook will become South Korea’s second ever female prime minister 7 Jun 2026, 09:19 | Updated: 1d ago Share Facebook WhatsApp Email Link Copied Link CheckCircle Want LBC stories before everyone else? Set us as your Preferred Source on Google Election officials sort through ballots at a counting station for the local elections in Seoul on June 3, 2026. Picture: Getty By Georgia Rowe South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has chosen Han Seongsook, the country's minister for small and midsize businesses and startups, to be prime minister Listen to this article Loading audio... If approved by parliament, Han would become South Korea's first female prime minister in 20 years. Han, who had also previously served as chief executive of South Korean internet giant Naver, is expected to lead the country's AI transformation, South Korea's ‌presidential chief of staff Kang Hoon-sik said. "Han will be able to transform South Korea's economic growth - driven by the semiconductor boom and rising exports - into inclusive growth that …

Who is Han Seong-sook? South Korea first likely woman Prime Minister in ... Image credit: Korea Times South Korean President Lee Jae-myung has nominated Han Seong-sook, the country’s minister for small and midsize businesses and startups, to be prime minister, the presidential office said on Sunday. If approved by parliament, Han would become South Korea’s first female prime minister in 20 years. Han, who previously served as chief executive of South Korean internet giant Naver, is expected to lead the country’s AI-driven economic transformation, presidential chief of staff Kang Hoon-shik said at a press briefing. “Han will be able to transform South Korea’s economic growth — driven by the semiconductor boom and rising exports — into inclusive growth that reaches everyone, including small and medium-sized enterprises,” Kang said. A self-made leader Announcing the nomination, Kang described Han as a leader capable of delivering growth that benefits the entire nation, noting that she rose from an ordinary office worker to become the head of a leading digital company. “Han combines the practicality and innovative spirit of the private sector and understands better than anyone the nee…