On September 9, the Korea Press Foundation announced the appointment of Lee Sang-ho as the new head of the Newspaper Distribution Agency. Lee, who previously served as a senior reporter for the Kyunghyang Shinmun's national social affairs department, brings a wealth of experience in journalism to this new role. His career at Kyunghyang Shinmun included positions as deputy head of the mobile team, head of the national social affairs department, social editor of the newspaper division, and senior reporter for the national social affairs department.

The appointment process involved public applications, assessments, and recommendations from the foundation's board, which were subsequently approved by the Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism. Lee's term as head of the agency is set for three years, during which he will be responsible for overseeing the distribution and promotion of newspapers in South Korea. This role is especially significant as the newspaper industry faces challenges in adapting to digital transformations and changing reader preferences.

Lee's extensive background in various journalistic roles positions him well to address these contemporary challenges in the media landscape. As the new head, he is expected to implement strategies to enhance the reach and sustainability of print media amid increasing competition from digital platforms, ensuring that the newspaper distribution agency remains relevant and effective during his tenure.