President Lee Approves AI Chief's Resignation for By-Election Bid

President Lee Jae-myung's administration has demonstrated its commitment to fostering talent and encouraging public service by accepting the resignation of Ha Jung-woo, the AI Future Planning Chief, who has decided to enter politics.

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I respect your difficult decision and gladly accept it.

Ha's decision to run in the upcoming by-election, a move personally approved by President Lee, underscores the administration's belief in empowering individuals to contribute to the nation in diverse capacities. The President's words to Ha, 'I hope you will play a role for the country and the people wherever and whatever work you do,' reflect a forward-thinking approach to governance that values individual initiative and national contribution.

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Wherever and whatever work you do, I hope you will play a role for the country and the people.

This move is particularly significant given Ha's background in AI planning, a field critical to South Korea's future economic and technological development. His transition into public office signals a potential integration of cutting-edge technological expertise into the political landscape, a move that could benefit the nation immensely. The administration's support for such transitions highlights its dedication to building a nation that is not only technologically advanced but also politically dynamic.

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I have received a lot of support from President Lee for over 10 months as AI Chief. Some may think 10 months is short, but I have never changed my direction of wanting to create a country with opportunities for growth.