The Blue House. /Courtesy of News1

The Blue House said on the 13th in a statement issued under the name of chief spokesperson Kang Yu-jung after Minister of Gender Equality and Family nominee Yong Hye-in's voluntary withdrawal that it "respects the decision," adding it "will do its utmost in vetting and appointments to select personnel who meet the public's expectations."

The Blue House said it believes the nominee decided on her own to reduce the burden on state affairs and people's livelihoods. It added that the necessary follow-up procedures will proceed under the established rules.

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