정청래, '5·18 조롱 처벌법' 추진... 정용진 신세계 회장 석고대죄 촉구
더불어민주당 정청래 총괄상임선거대책위원장이 스타벅스코리아의 '탱크 데이' 마케팅 논란에 대해 정용진 신세계그룹 회장의 사과를 요구하며 5·18 특별법 개정을 예고했다. 정 위원장은 허위 사실 유포를 넘어 조롱과 모욕 행위까지 처벌 대상에 포함하는 개정안을 6월 지방선거 직후 처리하겠다는 방침을 밝혔다. 이재명 대통령의 의지에 따라 국가폭력 범죄의 소멸시효를 폐지하는 입법 조율에도 속도를 낼 전망이다.
북한, 통일 삭제·영토 명문화 개헌…‘두 국가 체제’ 공식화
북한이 헌법에서 ‘조국통일’ 개념을 삭제하고 북측 영토만을 규정하는 조항을 신설하면서 김정은 국무위원장이 주장해온 ‘두 국가 체제’를 사실상 헌법에 공식 반영한 것으로 나타났다. 이번 개헌은 단순한 문구 수정 수준을 넘어 남북 관계를 민족 내부 문제에서 국가 대 국가 관계로 전환하려는 전략적 방향성을 명확히 드러낸 조치로 평가된다.
이 대통령 "전통 우방과 상호존중 외교…상식·원칙따라 현안 풀 것"
이재명 대통령이 전통적 동맹국과의 관계에 대해 ‘상호 존중’과 ‘원칙’을 강조하며 외교 기조의 방향성을 분명히 했다. 이 대통령은 28일 국무회의에서 최근 있었던 인도·베트남 순방 성과에 대해 소개한 뒤 “주권 국가로서 당당한 자세”를 언급하며 우방과의 관계에서도 균형 있는 접근을 강조했다.
Former Deputy Director Kim Yong Secures Support from 51 Democratic Party Lawmakers
Former Deputy Director Kim Yong of the Democratic Party's Institute for Democracy has secured support from 51 party lawmakers for his nomination in the parliamentary by-election. The Democratic Party leadership has expressed concerns regarding Mr. Kim's judicial risks, indicating a negative sentiment. In response, the People Power Party is moving to make this nomination issue a key election point.
U.S.-ROK Relations Controversy Intensifies: Ruling and Opposition Parties Clash Over Diplomatic and Security Issues
The ruling and opposition parties are engaged in a fierce debate over the controversy surrounding Unification Minister Jeong Dong-young's remarks on North Korea-related information and the impact of the Coupang incident on U.S.-ROK relations. The People Power Party (PPP) asserts that the U.S.-ROK alliance is in an abnormal state and has called for a reshuffle of the government's diplomatic and security leadership. In contrast, the Democratic Party (DP) countered by criticizing the use of diplomatic and security issues as a strategy for local elections, deeming it an act that harms national interests.
Syringe Hoarding Firms Busted, President Lee Jae-myung Vows Strong Action
Numerous companies engaged in syringe hoarding have been uncovered during a special crackdown by health authorities. President Lee Jae-myung condemned these actions as anti-social behaviors that exacerbate community crises and ordered severe punishment. The President instructed the cabinet to take swift investigative action, impose strict penalties, and implement maximum administrative sanctions as follow-up measures, expressing a strong commitment to eradicating market disruption.
Lee Jin-sook Declares Non-Candidacy for Daegu Mayor, People Power Party Secures Foundation for Victory by Building Conservative United Front
Lee Jin-sook, former Commissioner of the Korea Communications Commission (KCC) and a member of the People Power Party (PPP), has declared her non-candidacy for the Daegu mayoral election. This withdraws her previous indication of running as an independent after being cut off in the party's primary. With this decision, the PPP has established a conservative united front in Daegu, laying the groundwork for a victory in a one-on-one contest against the Democratic Party.
President Lee Jae-myung Delivers Customized Cultural Gifts to Indian and Vietnamese Leaders
President Lee Jae-myung presented customized gifts to the leaders of India and Vietnam during his state visits to the respective countries. The Presidential Office announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India received a miniature Pensive Bodhisattva statue and a tiger ink painting, while General Secretary To Lam of Vietnam was presented with a Haetae and pine tree folk painting. This is regarded as a meticulous diplomatic strategy that respects the culture and governance philosophy of the host nations.
President Lee Jae-myung Emphasizes Capital Gains Tax Long-Term Special Deduction for Actual Residence, Proposes Reduction for Non-Residence
President Lee Jae-myung raised the necessity of reforming the real estate capital gains tax long-term special deduction (Jangteukgong) system. While emphasizing the need for deductions for periods of actual residence, he deemed long-term investment deductions for non-residential properties as policies that encourage speculation. The government is currently discussing the policy, and nothing has been decided, but it is emphasizing the principle of prioritizing homeownership for residential purposes.
Ministry of National Defense Inspects AI-Based Coastal Surveillance System Pilot Operation... Accelerating Advanced Technology Adoption
Minister of National Defense Ahn Gyu-baek visited a coastal surveillance operation site in Jeonbuk to personally inspect the pilot operation of an AI-based surveillance system. Minister Ahn emphasized that establishing an advanced technology-based surveillance system is essential for the evolving security environment and highlighted it as a critical turning point for the military's leap towards becoming a smart, elite, and strong force. The Ministry of National Defense plans to gradually expand the application of this system.
Crude Oil Supply Diversification Accelerates, Middle East Reliance Drops to 56%
The Presidential Office announced that it secured 74.62 million barrels of crude oil in May, equivalent to 87% of last year's monthly average import volume, in response to supply instability caused by the Middle East situation. This achievement has reduced the nation's reliance on Middle Eastern crude oil from 69% to 56%. The government aims to mitigate concerns over energy supply disruptions and foster economic stability.
靑 "원유 대체물량 확보에 사활…5월 중 7462만 배럴 확보"
청와대는 24일 중동 사태 여파로 인한 원유 수급 불안과 관련해 대체물량 확보에 사활을 걸고 있다고 밝혔다. 5월 중 확보한 원유는 7,462만 배럴로, 이는 작년 월 평균 도입량의 87% 수준에 해당한다.강훈식 대통령 비서실장은 이날 브리핑에서 이같은 수치를 공개하며 수급 차질에 대해 크게 우려하지 않아도 될 전망이라고 내다봤다.
이재명 대통령, "실거주 양도세 감면 필요…비거주 혜택은 축소"
이재명 대통령이 부동산 양도소득세 장기보유특별공제(장특공) 제도 개편과 관련해 실거주 중심의 세제 개편 필요성을 강조했다. 주거 목적과 투기 목적을 구분해 과세 체계를 재정비해야 한다는 메시지로 해석된다.
Next Presidential Candidate Support Ratings: Kim Min-seok, Cho Kuk, Han Dong-hoon in a Neck-and-Neck Three-Way Race
Prime Minister Kim Min-seok is focusing on stabilizing the public's livelihood economy by reviewing the fourth implementation of the oil price cap system and ordering the execution of a 10 trillion won budget to alleviate high oil price burdens. Concurrently, he continues his wide-ranging activities, including re-inspecting the preparation site for the 2026 Yeosu World Island Expo. In recent public opinion polls, he has risen to the leading group, recording 11.9% support for the next presidential candidate.
Gangwon Governor Candidates Intensify Competition Over Border Region Development Policies, 41 Days Until June 3 Local Elections
With 41 days remaining until the Gangwon Provincial Governor election, preliminary candidates from both ruling and opposition parties have begun to target the votes of residents in the border regions. Woo Sang-ho, the candidate from the Democratic Party of Korea, proposed economic revitalization and improved living conditions through a joint 'Peace Zone' agreement. Kim Jin-tae, the candidate from the People Power Party, seeks to boost the local economy through an eco-tourism vision for the Cheorwon DMZ. Both sides envision the future of Gangwon Province's border regions in different ways.
李대통령 "韓, 원전·물류·금융으로 도약…홍강 기적도 함께"
베트남을 국빈 방문 중인 이재명 대통령은 23일 "한국 정부는 베트남과 경제의 신성장 동력인 원전, 교통인프라, 에너지 등에서의 전략적 협력을 강화해 새로운 '홍강의 기적'을 함께 만들어 갈 것"이라고 밝혔다. 이 대통령은 이날 베트남 레 민 흥 총리와 총리실에서 면담을 갖고 이같이 언급하며, 양국 간 협력 강화를 위한 흥 총리의 각별한 지원을 요청했다.
李대통령, 오늘 모디 총리와 정상회담…중동전쟁 속 외교 다변화
인도를 국빈방문 중인 이재명 대통령은 20일(현지시간) 나렌드라 모디 총리와 정상회담을 갖고 한국 외교 지평의 다변화를 꾀한다. 이 대통령은 우선 이날 오전 인도 정부가 준비한 공식 환영식에 참석하는 것으로 일정을 시작한다.
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