The government is pushing to improve the system to systematically reflect regional opinions in the national policy-making process by expanding the participation of local government recommended personnel.
The Ministry of the Interior and Safety, the Ministry of Government Legislation, and the Council of Governors of Korea have approved 20 presidential decree amendments at the Cabinet meeting.
The amendments require local recommended personnel to participate in major government committees such as the Central Environmental Policy Committee and the Youth Employment Promotion Special Committee.

Starting next year, the age for child allowance will be gradually extended, and integrated medical and care services for the elderly and disabled will be fully implemented.
The Ministry of Health and Welfare announced its work plan focusing on extending the child allowance age, expanding nationwide integrated medical and care services, and easing medical expenses.
Welfare policies that the public can feel will be promoted in areas such as childbirth and childcare, retirement income, and overall medical and care services.

The government plans to expand ‘Solar Income Villages’ nationwide to enhance energy independence and increase residents’ income through community-led solar power generation.
The Ministry of the Interior and Safety, along with the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs and the Ministry of Climate and Environment, has prepared a nationwide expansion plan for ‘Solar Income Villages’ and announced comprehensive government support.
The government will provide integrated support for key elements of the project, including power grid connection, site acquisition, and financial assistance.

Starting next year, the cost reduction period for preemie outpatient care will be extended to a maximum of 5 years and 4 months, and the cap on rewards for reporting fraudulent health insurance claims will be increased to 3 billion KRW.
This amendment aims to alleviate the medical expenses for preemies, prevent health insurance fund leakage, and strengthen post-examination management to enhance public convenience.
Health insurance premium rates and property insurance fee criteria for regional subscribers have also been adjusted and will be applied from January 1st next year.

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism plans to promote ‘K-Culture’ as a key growth industry and strengthen the foundation of a cultural powerhouse.
Next year, they will focus on achieving 30 million tourists early, establishing a trusted sports environment, among other key tasks.
The ministry will develop tailored strategies for the film, game, and pop music industries and expand various support measures.

From now on, sales of government assets over 30 billion won must be reported in advance to the relevant standing committee of the National Assembly.
The Ministry of Economy and Finance has prepared measures to prevent indiscriminate privatization of government assets and to address issues of undervalued sales and lack of transparency in the sales process.
Information disclosure related to government asset sales will be significantly expanded, and all public institutions are required to use Onbid.