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South Korean Prime Minister Han Seong-sook takes questions from reporters at the Government Complex Seoul on Wednesday after receiving her certificate of appointment at the presidential office. Photo by Asia Today
July 1 (Asia Today) -- South Korean Prime Minister Han Seong-sook began her first day in office Wednesday by pledging greater investment in artificial intelligence and advanced industries while ensuring the benefits of economic growth reach small businesses and neighborhood commercial districts.
"The government will serve as a strong foundation for building a Republic of Korea where the benefits of growth reach small and medium-sized businesses and neighborhood shops and where everyone can fully realize their potential," Han told reporters upon arriving at the Government Complex Seoul.
Han, the second prime minister of President Lee Jae-myung's administration, said she felt the weight of the responsibility entrusted to her by the public and the National Assembly.
