The most notable change is the relaxation of the old-age pension reduction system following the revision of the National Pension Act. The Ministry of Health and Welfare significantly raised the standard income for pension reduction from 3.19 million won to 5.19 million won per month, reflecting the increasing number of elderly people who continue to engage in economic activities even after retirement. This is a measure aimed at simultaneously guaranteeing substantial retirement income and encouraging participation in economic activities, in response to criticism that the existing rigid income standards discourage the elderly from working. With this measure, approximately 100,000 beneficiaries are expected to be excluded from the reduction, and refund procedures will also be implemented for those who have had their reduction reduced in the past. This goes beyond a simple change in administrative procedures and can be seen as institutional support to establish a new social model called ‘working seniors’ in an aging society.

The huge wave of climate change has even changed the daily life of administration. With this spring's temperature measuring the second highest on record, the city of Seoul launched the 'Cool Wear Campaign' earlier than usual and is actively encouraging public servants to wear shorts to work. This is part of a practical climate response that goes beyond simply liberalizing clothing and seeks to reduce greenhouse gases by reducing cooling energy. However, due to the nature of the organizational culture, it has been pointed out that it is difficult to achieve effectiveness if the participation of executives is low, so this year, the key is how sincere the change will seep into the organization. This proves that energy conservation is no longer just an individual choice, but an essential task for the public sector for a sustainable future.

The political world is preparing for an era of great change with a packed schedule of debates and forums every day. In-depth discussions are continuing in the National Assembly on national challenges such as innovation in the AI ​​and semiconductor industries, national pension governance reform, and metropolitan economic zone strategies to prevent local extinction. Regardless of the ruling or opposition party, various legislative offices are working together to achieve policies for future generations and the national Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This movement reflects the demands of the times that politics go beyond simply reconciling conflicts and play the role of a think tank that establishes a nation's survival strategy in a rapidly changing technological environment and social structure.

Meanwhile, the two sides of conflict and reconciliation coexist throughout society. The 11th day of mass protests near the Jamsil vote counting center demonstrate our society's passionate desire for the values ​​of democracy, and the courtroom meeting between Chairman Tae-won Choi and Director So-young Noh once again reminds us of the complexity of property division that goes beyond personal history. In addition, the news of Meister High School designation and the hosting of an offshore wind power conference coming from all over the country are the result of efforts to find a new driving force for the local economy. In this way, today was a time when the intense growing pains of our society were fully reflected, as we resolved past conflicts and at the same time considered future food sources.