(LEAD) Lee says S. Korea should learn from European protests to sustain growth

What happened: President Lee Jae Myung told a Cabinet meeting that South Korea should learn from protests in Europe, which he linked to low growth, and stressed sustained growth at home. Key numbers: Remarks made Tuesday, Oct. 27, in Seoul. Why it matters: Lee said prolonged low growth has worsened youth unemployment and polarization in Europe, and noted South Korea faces livelihood and income gaps despite strong indicators, ordering policy measures on future industries, consumption and livelihoods.

President Lee Jae Myung told a Cabinet meeting that South Korea should learn from protests in Europe, which he linked to low growth, and stressed sustained growth at home.

Lee said prolonged low growth has worsened youth unemployment and polarization in Europe, and noted South Korea faces livelihood and income gaps despite strong indicators, ordering policy measures on future industries, consumption and livelihoods.