- Court ruling reverses 45-day presidential authority suspension
- 72% public approval for swift economic intervention
- Cabinet reshuffle expected within 7 working days
South Korea's interim leadership faces unprecedented challenges following Thursday's landmark constitutional decision. The Seoul High Court's 8-1 verdict immediately restored full executive powers to Acting President Lee Nak-yeon, ending a contentious legal battle over emergency governance protocols.
Political analysts note this marks the first court-ordered presidential authority restoration since 1992. This decision preserves constitutional integrity during transitions,stated Yonsei University law professor Choi Min-ji. Recent polling shows 68% of citizens support accelerated policy-making amid rising consumer prices.
Three critical priorities dominate the administration's agenda:
- Stabilizing won currency (down 14% against USD this quarter)
- Resolving medical staff shortages affecting 23 regional hospitals
- Finalizing ASEAN trade agreements before July summit
Regional observers highlight parallels with Japan's 2021 caretaker government, where similar court interventions boosted policy continuity. Economic forecasts suggest prompt action could prevent 0.9% GDP contraction predicted by Bank of Korea analysts.