President Lee Praises Labor Minister Kim: 'Your Efforts Save Lives'

President Lee Jae-myung has publicly expressed his profound gratitude to Labor Minister Kim Young-hoon, praising his dedication to protecting workers' rights and safety. The president specifically highlighted Kim's efforts in cracking down on wage theft and preventing industrial accidents.

In a message shared on his X account (formerly Twitter), Lee conveyed his appreciation, stating, "I am sorry. Minister of Labor Kim Young-hoon." He added, "For every moment you lose sleep, someone who would have died survives." Lee emphasized his sincere thanks for Kim's hard work, noting that "many people have saved their lives and protected their families because of you."

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I am sorry. Minister of Labor Kim Young-hoon. For every moment you lose sleep, someone who would have died survives. Thank you sincerely for working so hard. Many people have saved their lives and protected their families because of you.

The president's commendation followed the sharing of a YouTube video from Kim's channel. The video depicted Kim responding to President Lee's directive to address ongoing wage theft issues, even at late hours. The president's voice is heard in the video asking, "Are the crackdowns underway?" and "Shouldn't we punish places that repeatedly commit wage theft?"

In the video, Minister Kim is shown taking off his pajamas and heading to a worksite, underscoring his commitment to proactive governance. The accompanying text highlighted his "one year of running tirelessly towards the field," emphasizing his hands-on approach to labor issues. This exchange highlights a strong working relationship and a shared focus on improving labor conditions within the country.

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Are the crackdowns underway? Shouldn't we punish places that repeatedly commit wage theft?