South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, celebrating the Lunar New Year in his second year in office, expressed his dedication to serving all citizens and fostering national unity. He thanked the public for their unity in overcoming challenges last year and emphasized the importance of working together for a better future. President Lee highlighted the need for solidarity and trust in moving forward as a society.
Traffic congestion was reported on highways across South Korea as people traveled back home on the fourth day of the Lunar New Year holiday. The holiday, known as Seol, began over the weekend and will continue through Wednesday. Travel times to Seoul from various cities were estimated, with expectations of traffic easing later in the evening. The Korea Expressway Corp. projected a high volume of vehicles on the roads for the day, with significant traffic movements between Seoul and other regions.
