Breaking: Lee Jae‑myung Urges Swift Passage of ₩30.5T Supplementary Budget in Parliament

Breaking: Lee Jae‑myung Urges Swift Passage of ₩30.5T Supplementary Budget in Parliament

Main Announcement

On June 26, 2025, President Lee Jae‑myung addressed the National Assembly to advocate for prompt approval of a ₩30.5 trillion supplementary budget, emphasizing that “timing is everything” for economic recovery. 

Urgency and Context

He described the nation's economy as “desperate,” citing several consecutive quarters of near-zero growth and declining domestic demand. The proposed supplementary spending includes universal coupon distribution, debt relief for small businesses, and investments in renewable energy and future industries

Support vs Reservation

Supporters praised the move as a necessary catalyst for revitalizing consumption and exports. Critics, however, warned of long-term fiscal implications and urged balanced policy between stimulus and austerity.

 

Analyst's View

Analysts contend that while immediate stimulus is vital, effective implementation and ongoing fiscal discipline will determine the budget’s success and sustainable economic growth.

 

2025년 6월 26일, 이재명 대통령은 국회 본회의에서 “지금이 경제 회복 골든타임”이라며 30조5000억 원 규모의 추가경정예산안을 신속히 처리해 줄 것을 촉구했습니다. 경기 침체와 민생 위기를 타개하기 위한 실용적이고 속도감 있는 재정 정책 기조를 분명히 했으며, 재정 건전성 유지 필요성도 함께 강조했습니다.