Yoon’s Approval Rating Falls to 10 Percent Range, Sparking Concerns for Ruling Party.

Seoul: The recent approval ratings for South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol have shown a significant decline, reaching the 10 percent range, as reported by major Korean-language newspapers. This has led to rising concerns about the potential loss of administrative momentum for the current government. According to Yonhap News Agency, Kookmin Daily highlighted the president's declining approval rating, which has plunged into the 10 percent range. This development has raised alarms about the government's ability to maintain its current pace and effectiveness. Donga Ilbo reported that the president's approval rating stands at 19 percent, with a negative perception among 72 percent of the population. Chosun Ilbo also reflected on the 19 percent approval, noting a negative assessment across all social classes. JoongAng Ilbo added that the opposition parties are pushing for impeachment proceedings against President Yoon, citing voice recordings as a significant concern. This political pressure is adding to the sen se of urgency within the ruling party. Hankyoreh featured a story titled "I am an Alzheimer's patient," while Hankook Ilbo reported the collapse of the 20 percent approval rating, creating a sense of crisis for the ruling party. In economic news, Maeil Business Newspaper mentioned LG's entry into the real estate investment trust business, following the footsteps of Samsung and SK. Furthermore, Korea Economic Daily discussed manufacturers seeking an 'exit strategy' for DRAM memory amid pressures from China.