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Workers Demand Labor Reforms Amid Rising Employment Concerns

6/30/2025

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A survey shows 38.8% of South Korean workers consider irregular employment the top issue for the Lee Jae-myung administration.
Youth unemployment and low wages are also significant concerns, cited by 34.8% and 33.8% of respondents, respectively.
65.3% of workers express optimism for better labor conditions under the new government.
Workers urge reforms for employee status recognition and enhanced labor protections.

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Story summary

A survey shows 38.8% of South Korean workers consider irregular employment the top issue for the Lee Jae-myung administration.
Youth unemployment and low wages are also significant concerns, cited by 34.8% and 33.8% of respondents, respectively.
65.3% of workers express optimism for better labor conditions under the new government.
Workers urge reforms for employee status recognition and enhanced labor protections.