# South Korean Minister of Land nominee policy platform > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/south-korean-minister-of-land-nominee-policy-platform > Updated: 2026-09-16T02:25:00.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 2. Hong Ji-sun, the nominee for Minister of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, has outlined a policy agenda focused on regional balanced development and housing stability. Following his nomination by President Lee Jae-myung, Hong initially emphasized the need to close gaps in regional transportation infrastructure and accelerate the supply of high-quality housing for youth and newlyweds. During a subsequent National Assembly confirmation hearing, Hong addressed specific regulatory issues, including the potential extension of the land transaction permit system in Seoul and Gyeonggi Province. He stated that any decision regarding the system would depend on monitoring market conditions. Hong also reaffirmed his commitment to mobilizing public and private sectors for rapid housing supply and supporting high-tech industrial hubs to promote regional development. Additionally, he noted that the development of Yongsan Park would require public consensus and consultation with the Seoul Metropolitan Government. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-16: Hong Ji-seon addresses housing and land policy at hearing Ministerial nominee Hong Ji-seon addressed housing supply, land transaction permits, and regional development during a National Assembly confirmation hearing. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hong-ji-seon-addresses-housing-and-land-policy-at-hearing ### 2026-08-31: Hong Ji-sun pledges balanced development and rapid housing supply Minister nominee Hong Ji-sun pledged to prioritize regional development, accelerate housing supply through cooperation with Seoul, and finalize national transportation plans by November. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hong-ji-sun-pledges-balanced-development-and-rapid-housing-supply --- Cite as: South Korean Minister of Land nominee policy platform. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/south-korean-minister-of-land-nominee-policy-platform