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Land minister nominee vows close consultations with Seoul on housing supply
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Land minister nominee vows close consultations with Seoul on housing supply

Hong Jee-sun, the nominee for South Korea's Minister of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, pledged to engage closely with the Seoul city government to resolve disagreements over housing supply plans. His comments came after he replaced Kim Yun-duk, who faced opposition from Seoul over proposals to develop parts of Yongsan Park for housing. Hong emphasized collaboration between central and local authorities and highlighted his experience in housing policy, particularly in Gyeonggi Province. He committed to providing quality housing in desired locations and ensuring housing stability for young people and newlyweds. The nomination requires a parliamentary confirmation hearing before formal appointment by President Lee Jae Myung.

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Land minister nominee vows close consultations with Seoul on housing supply

Hong Jee-sun, the nominee for South Korea's Minister of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, pledged to engage closely with the Seoul city government to resolve disagreements over housing supply plans. His comments came after he replaced Kim Yun-duk, who faced opposition from Seoul over proposals to develop parts of Yongsan Park for housing. Hong emphasized collaboration between central and local authorities and highlighted his experience in housing policy, particularly in Gyeonggi Province. He committed to providing quality housing in desired locations and ensuring housing stability for young people and newlyweds. The nomination requires a parliamentary confirmation hearing before formal appointment by President Lee Jae Myung.

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