Lee Postpones Press Conference to 10:30 a.m. to Refine Remarks Until the Last Moment
Blue House: "The President is taking this meeting seriously and responsibly"
Blue House: "Postponed to carefully refine his remarks until the last minute"
President Lee Jae-myung postponed the press conference, originally scheduled to begin at 10:00 a.m. on September 18, 2026, by 30 minutes to 10:30 a.m.
President Lee Jae-myung is speaking at the Senior Presidential Secretary Meeting held at the Blue House on September 11, 2026. Photo by Yonhap News
View original imageA key official at the Blue House explained, "The President is approaching this meeting with a sense of responsibility and seriousness," adding, "He decided to delay it by about 30 minutes to take additional time to refine his remarks until the last minute."
On this day, President Lee will stand before the public during the steepest decline in approval ratings since his inauguration. This marks his seventh press conference as president. Unlike previous press conferences held for set political milestones such as his 100th day in office, New Year's Day, or the first anniversary of his term, this event has a different character. The key point of interest is whether the president can resolve the uncertainty surrounding governance and restore shaken public trust by personally addressing accumulated issues—such as constitutional reform for a second term, withdrawal of prosecution, real estate instability, and the dispatch of troops to the Hormuz Strait.
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President Lee will meet with approximately 150 domestic and foreign journalists at the Blue House State Guesthouse for about 90 minutes. The session will be divided into two main areas: politics/diplomacy and policy/economy, but in practice, there are virtually no restrictions on questions. Real-time comments from citizens will also be presented. The Blue House stated, "The president will present clear positions and directions on major issues to the public," emphasizing that President Lee "intends to communicate honestly and thoroughly." It is reported that during preparations, President Lee also expressed his intention to "listen attentively and respond frankly and directly."
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