Seoul: President Lee Jae Myung has called on the leadership of the ruling Democratic Party (DP) to advance significant reform bills in a way that aligns with public expectations. This appeal comes amidst the party's efforts to pass controversial judiciary reform measures.

According to Yonhap News Agency, President Lee made these comments during a dinner meeting with DP Chair Jung Chung-rae and floor leader Kim Byung-ki. The meeting focused on discussing current issues and Lee's recent trip to the Middle East and Africa, as reported by DP spokesperson Park Soo-hyeon in a written briefing. Lee emphasized the importance of ensuring that the reform bills progress in a manner that resonates with the public's expectations.

The Democratic Party, which holds a majority in the National Assembly, is advocating for a bill to establish a special tribunal to address insurrection cases linked to former President Yoon Suk Yeol's failed martial law bid. Additionally, the party aims to pass legislation that would penalize judges and prosecutors for deliberately distorting legal principles or manipulating facts in ongoing trials or investigations. These initiatives have encountered resistance from both the opposition and the judiciary.