Bill Introduced to Restrict Dual Service by Proportional-Representation Lawmakers

Yong Hye-in's Nomination as Gender Equality Minister and Dual-Office Controversy

This issue tracks the nomination of Yong Hye-in as Minister of Gender Equality and Family, the controversy that followed her stated intention to retain her proportional-representation seat in the National Assembly, and the subsequent confirmation process. It distinguishes the legal permissibility of serving simultaneously as a lawmaker and cabinet minister from the political debate over whether she should retain both positions.

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