Acting President Han: “Will Address Urgent Matters First”
Yongsan: “National Assembly’s Reckless Impeachment, Malicious Political Attack”,
On the 24th, when the Constitutional Court dismissed the National Assembly’s impeachment motion against Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, he returned to government duties after 87 days and headed to the Prime Minister’s Office in the Government Complex Seoul. 2025.03.24 Reporter Jo Yong-jun,
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, “After 87 days of impeachment suspension, Prime Minister Han Duck-soo returned as acting president on the 24th. With his second term as acting president, he is expected to take charge of national administration and actively respond to domestic and international issues such as customs with the United States and wildfires.”,
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, “However, political controversy is likely to continue due to differences revealed among the constitutional judges during Han’s impeachment trial. Conflicts with the opposition concerning the appointment and veto rights of constitutional judges may persist, indicating ongoing national confusion.”,
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, “Han observed the Constitutional Court’s impeachment dismissal ruling from the prime minister’s official residence in Samcheong-dong, Seoul, and resumed work at the Government Complex Seoul at 10:21 a.m. He expressed gratitude towards the Constitutional Court’s wise decision and thanked Acting President Choi Sang-mok and each cabinet member for their leadership during his suspension.”,
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, “Han noted, ‘The public is clearly voicing against the fiercely opposing political factions,’ emphasizing, ‘I believe there is no more left or right. What’s truly important is the upward and forward development of our country.’ He described this as his final duty and committed to doing his utmost according to the constitution and law for the sake of the younger generation and South Korea’s future.”,
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, “Upon return, Han immediately visited the Central Disaster and Safety Headquarters to address the wildfire situation. He then received a briefing from former acting president and deputy prime minister for the economy, Choi Sang-mok, before holding a meeting with cabinet members. In contrast to his predecessor, Han is expected to maintain a firmer grip on government affairs. Even during his suspension, he reportedly kept abreast of related reports and articles, pondering solutions to trade pressures from U.S. President Donald Trump.”,
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, “While he hasn’t officially commented, Han is reportedly firm on requiring bipartisan agreement for the appointment of Constitutional Court nominee Moon Hyuk Ma. He is also likely to take a cautious stance on bills led by the opposition passing the National Assembly, such as the revision of the Commercial Act. Choi is expected to continue observing the impeachment motion process against him while maintaining his duties.”,
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The photo shows the Presidential Office in Yongsan, Seoul. Reporter Kang Jin-hyung,
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, “The Presidential Office stated, ‘Today’s decision by the Constitutional Court reaffirms that the National Assembly’s reckless impeachment attempts were baseless and malicious political maneuvers.’ They expressed hope that Acting President Han Duck-soo’s return will mark the beginning of national normalization.”,
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, “A senior official from the Presidential Office welcomed the dismissal of Han’s impeachment motion but refrained from speculating about President Yun’s final ruling timing and outcome.”,
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, “The Presidential Office is maintaining a low-key approach by minimizing Yun’s statements or messages related to him, this week. During a senior secretary meeting chaired by Chief Secretary Jeong Jin-seok, discussions focused on early suppression of wildfires spreading nationwide rather than responses around Yun’s judgment.”,
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, “Regarding the delay in the Constitutional Court’s designation of President Yun’s ruling date, they said, ‘April is a possibility but remains unpredictable,’ adding, ‘We’ll continue to calmly and carefully await the outcome as we have been doing.'”,
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