Prime Minister Kim Min-seok stated during his farewell ceremony on July 1 that he will work with a greater sense of mission to support the success of the Lee Jae-myung administration and to usher in a new era.
At the ceremony held at the Government Seoul Building, Kim said, "Today, I leave the position of Prime Minister and return to the party and the National Assembly. I was appointed on the day the new government was launched and have completed my one-year term."
He reflected on his time in office, saying, "It was an extraordinary honor to serve as Prime Minister while warning against martial law and fighting against insurrection. I owe a great debt of gratitude to the citizens and the President."
Kim highlighted several achievements during his tenure, including the success of APEC (Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation), attracting a global AI hub, the return of medical students, the resolution of administrative insurrections, the integration of Gwangju and Jeonnam, support for investments in Saemangeum, large corporations investing in local areas, a decrease in suicide rates, and diplomacy with the U.S. and China.
He emphasized, "I will continue to address the tasks of improving the lives of youth and promoting region-led growth in collaboration with the party and the National Assembly."
Kim added, "I believe that politics is about viewing the future through the eyes of the vulnerable. The tie I wear, which features a pattern of sheep, has one sheep missing in the center. This symbolizes my commitment to ensure that no one is left behind during the processes of recovery, growth, and advancement."
He also remarked, "The history we are creating today with the citizens and the Lee Jae-myung administration after the revolution of light will be the prologue to a golden age in our 5,000-year history. I sincerely respect and thank all citizens who are making this happen."
In closing, he expressed gratitude to government officials, including those at the Prime Minister's office, and urged them to continue their dedicated service under the leadership of the President. He also extended his support and trust to his successor.
Furthermore, he urged that the principles of prioritizing the citizens, life, and the vulnerable should be upheld by public officials of the Lee Jae-myung administration, asking them to steadfastly support President Lee, who is working wholeheartedly for the country and its people.
After the farewell ceremony, Kim will return to the party and is expected to intensify his efforts to challenge for party leadership ahead of the upcoming convention in August.
At the ceremony held at the Government Seoul Building, Kim said, "Today, I leave the position of Prime Minister and return to the party and the National Assembly. I was appointed on the day the new government was launched and have completed my one-year term."
He reflected on his time in office, saying, "It was an extraordinary honor to serve as Prime Minister while warning against martial law and fighting against insurrection. I owe a great debt of gratitude to the citizens and the President."
Kim highlighted several achievements during his tenure, including the success of APEC (Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation), attracting a global AI hub, the return of medical students, the resolution of administrative insurrections, the integration of Gwangju and Jeonnam, support for investments in Saemangeum, large corporations investing in local areas, a decrease in suicide rates, and diplomacy with the U.S. and China.
He emphasized, "I will continue to address the tasks of improving the lives of youth and promoting region-led growth in collaboration with the party and the National Assembly."
Kim added, "I believe that politics is about viewing the future through the eyes of the vulnerable. The tie I wear, which features a pattern of sheep, has one sheep missing in the center. This symbolizes my commitment to ensure that no one is left behind during the processes of recovery, growth, and advancement."
He also remarked, "The history we are creating today with the citizens and the Lee Jae-myung administration after the revolution of light will be the prologue to a golden age in our 5,000-year history. I sincerely respect and thank all citizens who are making this happen."
In closing, he expressed gratitude to government officials, including those at the Prime Minister's office, and urged them to continue their dedicated service under the leadership of the President. He also extended his support and trust to his successor.
Furthermore, he urged that the principles of prioritizing the citizens, life, and the vulnerable should be upheld by public officials of the Lee Jae-myung administration, asking them to steadfastly support President Lee, who is working wholeheartedly for the country and its people.
After the farewell ceremony, Kim will return to the party and is expected to intensify his efforts to challenge for party leadership ahead of the upcoming convention in August.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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