Prime Minister nominee Kim Min-seok said on the 24th, “I will strive to be a Prime Minister who does not dwell in the past, an innovative Prime Minister, a practical Prime Minister who is not confined to protocol, a field-oriented Prime Minister who does not work only at a desk, and a communicating Prime Minister who listens rather than gives unilateral directives.”
Kim said during his opening statement at the National Assembly confirmation hearing that he intends to be a Prime Minister with a new look suitable for the new government.
He noted, “I will properly establish the direction of state affairs for the people,” adding, “I will swiftly implement policies that can be executed in the next 100 days without failing to correct the deficiencies of the previous government, starting with revitalizing people's livelihoods, which have been difficult due to high prices and economic downturns.”
He also stated, “I will clearly set priorities,” and went on to say, “I will accurately identify the realities and roots of the crises we face and seek solutions based on priorities through precise diagnosis and response.”
Kim emphasized, “I will prepare growth engines for the future of Korea,” noting, “I will foster advanced industries such as artificial intelligence (AI) semiconductors and biotechnology through strong regulatory innovation and bold investment, securing Korea's future food supply.”
He added, “I will establish a model for social dialogue,” stating, “I will expand avenues for public participation and communication in line with the era of popular sovereignty and institutionalize this.”
Kim pointed out, “Korea is facing a comprehensive crisis both domestically and internationally, and the path to overcoming the crisis is still long and arduous,” adding, “In particular, it is unfortunate that the government is being operated solely by the president's struggles without the appointment of a new Prime Minister and Ministers.”
He urged, “The government must quickly find its place and fulfill its role,” and noted, “To quickly put a government that started from scratch without a Presidential Transition Committee on a stable trajectory, cooperation from the political realm, including both ruling and opposition parties, is essential.”