Politics South Korea’s new president expected to strengthen workers’ rights President Lee pushes for new union reforms, but there are fears he may go too far iStock.com/SeanPavonePhoto Image Chantelle Cloete Reporter Monday 09 June 2025 South Korea’s newly-elected president, Lee Jae-myung, has pledged sweeping labour reforms to offer greater protections for employees, particularly sub-contracted workers. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Harassment South Korea to get tough on bullying of freelancers Working Time Samsung to raise working hours despite 2018 cap Unions Hyundai Steel deal highlights South Korea’s “obsolete” bonus tradition Harassment Korean judge finds harassment in home commute case