韩国内阁关键面孔⑥：唯一留任的“前朝”部长

Group 1 - The approval rating of South Korean President Lee Jae-myung stands at 65% as he completes his first month in office, coinciding with the finalization of his cabinet [1] - Controversy arises from the retention of former Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, Song Mi-ran, who is the only minister from the previous administration to remain in the new cabinet [1][2] - Lee Jae-myung emphasizes a pragmatic governance approach, stating that appointments should be based on performance and capability rather than party affiliation, which is exemplified by Song Mi-ran's retention [1] Group 2 - Song Mi-ran holds a Ph.D. from Seoul National University and has been recognized for her expertise in agricultural policy, having led the revision of the Food Security Management Act during her tenure [2] - Her previous role included opposing legislation from the Democratic Party, which she claimed would harm South Korean agriculture, indicating her alignment with conservative values during the previous administration [2] - The political implications of her retention raise questions about whether Lee Jae-myung values her professional skills or her political utility in his administration [2]