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Labor Minister Kim Young-hoon proposes 'social dialogue' to ease labor regulations in the Mega Special Zone Act
Published 2026.09.15 15:55
Reporter Seon Myeong-su
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The government's official proposal for social dialogue comes because the easing of labor regulations has been the most contentious issue regarding the Mega Special Zone Special Act. The ruling party and the government have been discussing measures to significantly relax various labor regulations, including the 'white-collar exemption' (removing the 52-hour weekly work limit for high-income and R&D workers), expanding the settlement period for selective working hour systems, and extending the period for using fixed-term contracts.
The Democratic Party of Korea plans to introduce the Mega Special Zone Special Act within this month through member-led legislation. This means that social dialogue is effectively being conducted in a 'propose bill first, discuss later' manner. As President Lee emphasizes a 'speed war' for mega-projects day after day, and the ruling party presents a timetable to complete legislation within the year, some point out that the government may be engaging in formal social discussions while having already predetermined the conclusion.
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Labor Minister Kim Young-hoon proposes 'social dialogue' to ease labor regulations in the Mega Special Zone Act
Published 2026.09.15 15:55
Reporter Seon Myeong-su
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