President Yoon Considers Withdrawing Nomination of Former Lawmaker Kim Moo-sung as Senior Vice Chair of the National Unification Advisory Council

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[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Jung-yoon] It has been reported that President Yoon Suk-yeol is considering withdrawing his nomination of former lawmaker Kim Moo-sung as the Senior Vice Chairman of the National Unification Advisory Council (NUAC).

According to ruling party officials on the 29th, the presidential office is currently reviewing the 'fake seafood businessman' case involving former lawmaker Kim during the recent verification process.

Former lawmaker Kim is currently under prosecution for allegedly receiving rental cars and other benefits from Kim, who was exposed for providing money and gifts to influential figures and caused controversy as the ‘fake seafood businessman.’

Regarding this, Seok Dong-hyun, the appointed Secretary-General of the NUAC, appeared on MBC Radio on the 26th and responded to the question, "There are reports that former lawmaker Kim’s appointment has become uncertain. What is the situation?" by saying, "I am not well aware of the details. It is true that he was mentioned, but as various public opinions have arisen before the official appointment, we are currently reviewing the matter."

Additionally, it has been reported that former lawmaker Park Joo-sun, who served as the Chairman of the Presidential Transition Committee until May, and former National Assembly Deputy Speaker Jung Gap-yoon are also being considered for the position.

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