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Han Seong-sook set to become South Korea's first female PM in 20 years

If approved by parliament, Han would become South Korea’s first female prime minister in 20 years

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President Lee Jae Myung and Han Seong-sook. FILE PIC/AFP

President Lee Jae Myung and Han Seong-sook. FILE PIC/AFP

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has chosen Han Seong-sook, the country’s minister for small and midsize businesses and startups, to be prime minister, the presidential office said on Sunday. 

If approved by parliament, Han would become South Korea’s first female prime minister in 20 years. 

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