TLDR South Korea’s Prime Minister Kim Min-seok urged stronger measures to address worsening youth gambling problems Kim made the remarks while swearing in new civilian members of the National Gambling Control Commission He called for a comprehensive safety net to support the stable growth of young people The commission was told to act as a “steadfast guardian” against gambling harm while also supporting economic goals Kim linked responsible gambling industry management to tourism, jobs, and regional economic development
South Korea’s Prime Minister Kim Min-seok has called for a tougher response to youth gambling problems in the country. He made the statement during a ceremony to swear in new civilian members of the National Gambling Control Commission.
Kim said the issue of youth gambling has been getting worse in recent times. He urged the newly appointed members to focus their efforts on prevention.
The prime minister described young people as the future resources of society. He said there is a need to build a comprehensive safety net that supports their stable growth.
His comments were delivered at the official appointment ceremony for civilian commissioners. The event served as a platform for Kim to lay out his expectations for the body going forward.
Commission Tasked With Dual Role
Kim told the commission it should act as a “steadfast guardian” to prevent society from falling into what he called the trap of gambling. He made clear that protecting citizens from gambling harm should be a top priority.
At the same time, he said the commission should look at ways to support a healthy gambling industry environment. He pointed to several areas where the sector could contribute positively.
Among those areas, Kim mentioned supporting citizens’ leisure activities and attracting foreign tourists. He also highlighted job creation and efforts to revitalize regional