Former Lawmaker Park Jong-hee Appointed Head of Constitutional Academy

Park Jong-hee, a former member of South Korea's National Assembly, has taken the helm as the new president of the Constitutional Academy. The appointment, effective March 10, places the former legislator at the head of the educational and research body affiliated with the Korea Constitutional Association.

Park brings a wealth of political experience to his new role. He previously served as a lawmaker in the 16th and 18th National Assemblies. His prior positions include spokesperson for the Grand National Party and chief secretary to its supreme council leader. This background is expected to inform his leadership at the academy.

In parallel, the Korea Constitutional Association also announced the appointment of Seo Jung-sook as the vice chair of its policy research committee. Seo, who previously served as a member of the 21st National Assembly, also held the position of director at 'Women's Assembly for Korea.' Her appointment signals a continued focus on policy development and research within the association.