Expulsion of medical students remains irrevocable, affirms Acting President Lee.
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Lee Ju-ho, a renowned South Korean economist and politician, steps into the hot seat as Acting President of South Korea, having taken on the role on May 2, 2025. Aside from serving as the Acting President, he also serves as the Deputy Prime Minister and the Minister of Education. These positions have been held since November 7, 2022[1][3][4].
In his youth, Lee Ju-ho pursued a career in economics, earning degrees from Seoul National University (both bachelor's and master's) and Cornell University (Ph.D.)[1]. Before his current roles, he served as the Minister of Education, Science, and Technology under President Lee Myung-bak from 2010 to 2013, and even served as a deputy minister during that administration[1][3]. Currently, he stands as an independent politician, widely recognized for his contributions to South Korean education policy[1].
Amidst the political landscape, Lee found himself thrust into the role of Acting President after Han Duck-soo stepped down to pursue a presidential bid. This succession marks the first time South Korea has had an "acting acting acting" president, with Lee being the third Acting President in a short span of time[3][4]. With his recent appointment, he has been tasked with addressing national security, foreign affairs, public safety, election administration, and the national economy, all in the lead-up to upcoming elections[3][4].
- Lee Ju-ho, the current Acting President of South Korea, also serves as the Deputy Prime Minister and the Minister of Education, roles he took on in November 2022.
- Having served as a minister under President Lee Myung-bak, Lee Ju-ho’s political contributions are not confined to education policy, extending to the domain of South Korean general news.
- Besides his roles in politics and education, Lee Ju-ho's career began in finance, earning degrees from prestigious institutions like Seoul National University and Cornell University.
- The Jongno district, where the Ministry of Education is located, will see Lee Ju-ho's involvement in policy-and-legislation, as he addresses national issues that require his attention as Acting President.
- With Han Duck-soo's resignation to vie for the presidential position, the Ilbo, a prominent South Korean newspaper, will undoubtedly highlight Lee Ju-ho's transition into the acting presidency in their political section.
- Amid the upcoming elections, Lee Ju-ho’s impact on finance, national security, foreign affairs, public safety, election administration, and the national economy will significantly shape South Korea's policy-and-legislation landscape.
