Lee Nominates Han Sung-sook as Prime Minister: First Woman, Non-Seoul National University Graduate, Businessperson in Role

President Lee Jae-myung has nominated Han Sung-sook, the current Minister of SMEs and Startups, as the next Prime Minister, according to the presidential office. Han's nomination marks a significant shift, as she is the first woman, a non-Seoul National University graduate, and a businessperson to be appointed to the role in the current administration. She will succeed outgoing Prime Minister Kim Min-seok. Presidential Secretary Kang Hoon-sik announced the nomination, emphasizing Han's qualifications. Kang stated that Han's experience as an IT company CEO and her tenure as minister make her well-suited to navigate the era of AI transformation and foster inclusive national growth. He described her as an inspirational leader who rose from a regular employee to head a major digital company. Kang believes Han possesses both the practicality and innovation of the private sector and a deep understanding of the necessity for AI advancement in society. As minister, she has consistently focused on speed and results in the field.

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President Lee nominated Han Sung-sook, the Minister of SMEs and Startups, as the candidate for Prime Minister.