President Yoon Suk Yeol appointed Kim Tae-yu, a professor at Seoul National University, as vice chair of the Presidential Regulatory Reform Committee, a position equivalent to that of a prime minister, according to a written briefing by Chief Spokesperson Kang Yoo-jung on August 7. This appointment comes about a month after the resignation of former vice chair Lee Byung-tae, who faced controversy over comments regarding the May 18 Democratic Uprising.
Kang described Kim as a leading expert in the fields of technology economy and national strategy, having previously served as a presidential advisor on information science and technology during the Roh Moo-hyun administration. He is expected to design macro-regulatory strategies linked to advanced industries such as artificial intelligence, semiconductors, and robotics, based on his understanding of industry and technology.
Kang emphasized that Kim is the right person to lead regulatory innovation, stating, "With leadership that encompasses both public and private sectors and a convergent insight, he will elevate South Korea to a technology-driven 'first mover' with a significant competitive edge."
Additionally, President Yoon appointed Kim Heung-kyu, a professor at Ajou University and director of the Korea-China Policy Institute, as the head of the National Diplomatic Academy.
The Blue House noted that Kim is a prominent expert in East Asian diplomacy and security, possessing deep insights and extensive field experience that span academic research, education, and policy consulting.
Kang expressed expectations that Kim will leverage his experience as a professor at the predecessor of the National Diplomatic Academy, the Institute of Foreign Affairs and National Security, to transform the academy into a top-tier research and educational institution in the AI era, while establishing a strategic research foundation to support practical diplomacy centered on national interests and nurturing future diplomatic talent.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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