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Kim Ji-yong Named Head of New Crime Agency | South Korea News
President Lee Jae Myung has nominated Kim Ji-yong, a seasoned prosecutor and former head of criminal affairs at the Supreme Prosecutors Office, to lead the new Serious Crimes Investigation Agency launching October 2nd. Backed by Interior Minister Yun Ho-jung, Kim is seen as the ideal candidate to ensure smooth operations as prosecutors lose investigative powers. The nomination now heads to the National Assembly for confirmation, setting the stage for a major overhaul in how serious crimes are investigated in the country. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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