Lee Jae-myung, President of South Korea
🧑 Profile of Lee Jae-myung
- Name: Lee Jae-myung (이재명)
- Date of Birth: December 8, 1963, Andong, South Korea
- Education: Bachelor of Laws, Chung-Ang University
- Key Roles:
- 19th & 20th Mayor of Seongnam
- 35th Governor of Gyeonggi Province
- Member of the National Assembly
- Democratic Party Leader
- 21st President of South Korea
- Special Story: Rose from a factory worker with a childhood disability to become a human rights lawyer and national leader.
📖 Life Story & Political Journey
President Lee Jae-myung was born into a poor farming family and worked in a factory from a young age to support his family. After overcoming a childhood injury and disability, he excelled in school, passed qualification exams, and entered Chung-Ang University as a law student. As a human rights lawyer, he defended the vulnerable and promoted justice.
He entered public service as Mayor of Seongnam (2010-2018), where his progressive welfare programs gained national recognition. As Governor of Gyeonggi Province, he introduced universal basic income for youth and innovative regional policies. He served as a member of the National Assembly and led the Democratic Party before being elected as President in 2025.
Lee’s story is widely regarded as an example of overcoming adversity and achieving social mobility through perseverance and service.
💼 Economic Innovation
- Strategic investment in AI, biotech, and advanced industries
- Reforms for fair competition and improved corporate governance
- Digital transformation support for small businesses and entrepreneurs
- Creation of 500,000 youth jobs annually and talent development
Focused on economic growth, jobs for youth, and global competitiveness.
🧒 Welfare & Inclusive Society
- Expansion of child allowance and senior pension
- Youth savings programs and housing support
- Universal healthcare, public medical facilities
- Personalized care for children and seniors
Comprehensive social safety nets for every generation.
🤝 Social Unity & Democracy
- Prosecutorial reform and judicial transparency
- Legislator recall system and public participation
- Policies for regional, generational, and social unity
- Transparent and accountable governance
Building a fair, unified, and participatory society.
🌏 Future & Sustainability
- AI, renewable energy, and smart cities
- Green transition and carbon-neutral strategies
- Startup and mid-sized business growth
- Eco-friendly urban development
Driving Korea’s leap toward a sustainable, innovative future.
Korea’s Vision Under President Lee
- Sustained economic growth and high-quality jobs
- Comprehensive welfare and social safety for all
- Fair, transparent, and participatory democracy
- Innovation and green leadership in the global era
- National unity and respect for diversity