The Korean Bishops’ Conference has elected Bishop Kim Jong-soo of the Daejeon Diocese as its new president following its annual autumn general meeting. Bishop Kim, age 70, also known as Augustine, was chosen as the new head of the conference. The election took place in Seoul, as reported by Yonhap News Agency journalist Go Mi-hye. Details of the complete proceedings and the specifics of Bishop Kim’s appointment were released after the conclusion of the meeting. This marks a significant leadership transition within the Catholic Church in Korea. The Korean Bishops’ Conference oversees the administration and direction of the Catholic faith throughout Korea. The appointment of Bishop Kim is expected to influence the church’s initiatives and policies in the coming years.