President Moon Jae-in has approved the two-month suspension of Prosecutor General Yoon Seok-youl over allegations of misconduct.
Cheong Wa Dae announced in a press briefing Wednesday that the executive order is effective immediately.
Justice Minister Choo Mi-ae has also offered her resignation.
President Moon is considering whether to accept it.
He thanked Choo and mentioned it would have been impossible to launch the Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials without her drive and determination.
Cheong Wa Dae announced in a press briefing Wednesday that the executive order is effective immediately.
Justice Minister Choo Mi-ae has also offered her resignation.
President Moon is considering whether to accept it.
He thanked Choo and mentioned it would have been impossible to launch the Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials without her drive and determination.
Reporter : yoohong@arirang.com
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