Yoon Jong-won Declines Chief of National Intelligence Service Position... Prime Minister Han "Respecting His Decision, Considering New Appointment"

[Asia Economy Reporter Song Seung-yoon] The appointment of Yoon Jong-won, President of IBK Industrial Bank, who was considered for the position of Chief of the Office for Government Policy Coordination in the new administration, has fallen through.

On the 28th, President Yoon stated, "(The controversy regarding personnel verification) should end here," expressing his intention to decline the position of Chief of the Office for Government Policy Coordination.

He said, "I have thought about it all night, but if I become a burden to the new government even slightly, that is absolutely not what I want," adding, "It is only natural to stop here, and I hope the new government succeeds."

When asked whether there was prior coordination with Prime Minister Han Duck-soo before announcing his position, Yoon dismissed it, saying, "It was a decision I made on my own."

Previously, Yoon was effectively nominated for the minister-level position of Chief of the Office for Government Policy Coordination, recommended by Prime Minister Han, but opposition voices arose within the ruling party due to his experience as the Blue House economic chief during the Moon Jae-in administration.

Regarding this, Prime Minister Han Duck-soo stated, "We will consider a new appointment," and added, "Since he felt burdened during the discussion process, I hope his decision is respected," indicating his acceptance.

President Yoon Suk-yeol is also expected to accept President Yoon's refusal. With the personnel verification controversy settled for now, the search for a new candidate for Chief of the Office for Government Policy Coordination is expected to begin.

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