South Korean President’s Cabinet Reshuffle Hits New Snag as Gender Minister Nominee Quits The latest snag in South Korean President Lee's cabinet reshuffle has come courtesy of Yong Hye in, the nominee for gender minister who withdrew from consideration over a parliamentary seat controversy.
This development is hardly surprising given the tumultuous backdrop against which it took place. Lee's approval ratings have long been slipping, and a recent Gallup Korea survey underscores this trend.
Only 38% of respondents now approve of his performance, with housing and the hasty cabinet reshuffle cited as key concerns by a significant portion of those who disapprove.