KWEA Urges Minister Lee Soyoung to Accelerate Women's Startup Ecosystem and Expand Investment

"Communication Skills and Field Awareness of a Female Leader
Expected to Create Strong Policy Synergy"

The Korea Women Entrepreneurs Association welcomed the appointment of Lee Soyoung as Minister of SMEs and Startups, stating on the 23rd, "We ask for the swift implementation of tailored policies to revitalize the women's startup ecosystem and to expand market access and investment opportunities."

Regarding Minister Lee's inauguration, the association commented, "We believe that the expertise she has accumulated through her experience in government will create a strong policy synergy when combined with the communication skills and sense of field characteristic of a female leader," expressing its support for her appointment.

The association added, "Appointing a female professional born in 1985 as the head of a core ministry in charge of the real economy is a bold and timely decision by the government, and is highly significant. We hope that the government's determination to infuse diversity and dynamism into state affairs will lead to tangible change and innovation on the ground for SMEs."

The association also stated, "In line with the policy direction set by Minister Lee Soyoung for the Ministry of SMEs and Startups, we will actively cooperate as a strong partner to drive the innovative development of small and medium-sized enterprises and small business owners, and contribute to the sustainable growth of the Korean economy."

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