Han Sung-soo, PM nominee, vows to tackle economic crisis and embrace AI transformation

Han Sung-soo, the nominee for Prime Minister, stated her primary focus would be tackling the "urgent livelihood and economic crisis" if appointed to the role. Addressing reporters as she arrived at her confirmation hearing preparation office, Han expressed a "heavy sense of responsibility" upon being nominated during a pivotal time as the government enters its second year.

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If I am given the important role of Prime Minister, I will first focus all my efforts on overcoming the urgent livelihood and economic crisis.

She further elaborated on her commitment to accelerating the "AI great transition" amidst global complex crises and industrial restructuring driven by artificial intelligence. Han stressed the need to "transform the structure so that its fruits lead to opportunities and growth for all citizens of the Republic of Korea." She vowed to dedicate herself to this mission with a strong sense of duty.

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We must also transform the structure so that its fruits lead to opportunities and growth for all citizens of the Republic of Korea.

When asked about her resolve for the Prime Minister position, Han referenced lyrics from the K-pop group tripleS's song "Generation." She found the lines "Red red, the traffic light has changed to green green, crossing the fence green green" resonant. Han pledged to "do her best to cross the boundaries that need to be crossed boldly, in line with the changed traffic light and the changed era, without holding back."

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I found the lyrics... resonant. I will do my best to cross the boundaries that need to be crossed boldly, in line with the changed traffic light and the changed era, without holding back.