South Korea's President Lee appointed Han Seong-sook as prime minister on the
1st. Han, a former CEO of internet firm Navigator who was appointed minister for
SMEs and venture firms in 2025, brings digital-industry and corporate management
experience and is expected to drive an AI-led digital transformation. Local
media say the government will use her appointment to accelerate AI industry
development and digitalization, positioning AI as a core engine for economic
growth and national competitiveness.
