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Yong Hye-in Steps Down as Gender Minister | South Korea News
Yong Hye-in, the surprise nominee for South Korea’s Minister of Gender Equality and Family, has stepped down just 14 days after being tapped — citing political pressure and public skepticism over holding both her parliamentary seat and ministerial role. Though legally permissible, the move broke tradition, especially for proportional reps, and sparked backlash from across the aisle — including within her own party, which is effectively a one-person outfit. Her decision, influenced by Democratic Party feedback and concerns about unity in the progressive bloc, underscores the delicate balance…
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