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, citing low growth as a possible root cause, 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, polarization and fiscal weakness, and he directed officials to invest in future industries, promote domestic consumption and improve livelihoods.

President Lee Jae Myung told a Cabinet meeting that South Korea should learn from protests in Europe, citing low growth as a possible root cause, and stressed sustained growth at home.

Lee said prolonged low growth has worsened youth unemployment, polarization and fiscal weakness, and he directed officials to invest in future industries, promote domestic consumption and improve livelihoods.