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flag South Korea withdrew Lee Hye-hoon’s nomination to lead the Ministry of Planning and Budget amid real estate and workplace misconduct allegations.

flag South Korea has withdrawn President Lee Jae Myung’s nomination of Lee Hye-hoon to lead the new Ministry of Planning and Budget after she faced allegations of unlawful real estate investments and mistreatment of staff. flag The decision, announced by presidential secretary Woo Sang-ho on January 25, followed scrutiny during her confirmation hearing, where Lee acknowledged past misconduct and apologized. flag The move comes after the liberal government took office following the ousting of former President Yoon Suk Yeol, who was removed after imposing brief martial law. flag Acting Vice Minister Lim Ki-Keun will temporarily lead policy meetings, and the search for a replacement may include conservative candidates.

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