Despite stellar credentials, the ex-general’s close relationship with Yoon and alleged misconduct raise concerns
Kim Yong-hyun | Image: Korea Pro (Aug. 2024), ROK Presidential Office (June 2022), edited by Korea Pro
President Yoon Suk-yeol’s nomination of Kim Yong-hyun as the country’s new defense minister has sparked intense debate, highlighting the potential benefits and risks of appointing a close ally to a crucial post.
Kim, a career military officer and current head of the Presidential Security Service, has known Yoon since high school and supported his transition into politics.
President Yoon Suk-yeol’s nomination of Kim Yong-hyun as the country’s new defense minister has sparked intense debate, highlighting the potential benefits and risks of appointing a close ally to a crucial post.
Kim, a career military officer and current head of the Presidential Security Service, has known Yoon since high school and supported his transition into politics.
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