Support rating for S. Korea to 64% vs 63: Gallup

Support rating for S. Korea to 64% vs 63: Gallup

South Korean President’s Approval Rating Rises to 63% in Latest Gallup Survey

According to a recent Gallup Korea survey, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung’s approval rating increased by five percentage points to 63% in early February 2026, reflecting renewed public confidence in his governance. The poll, conducted between February 12–14, 2026, surveyed 1,030 adults nationwide and carries a 95% confidence level with a margin of error of ±3.1 percentage points.

The rise in approval correlates with public sentiment on key economic and policy issues. Sixteen percent of respondents cited the president’s handling of the economy and “bread-and-butter”民生 issues as a primary factor for their support, while 11% highlighted estate policy reforms and 10% referenced foreign affairs management. Dissatisfaction with the administration stood at 26%, down three points from the prior week, with 11% remaining undecided.

Political party favorability also shifted, with the ruling Democratic Party gaining three points to 44%, while the opposition People Power Party declined by three points to 22%. These trends suggest a consolidating mandate for the ruling party’s legislative agenda, though challenges remain in addressing persistent economic concerns such as inflation and housing market volatility.

The uptick in approval follows recent policy measures targeting cost-of-living relief and infrastructure investments. However, analysts note that sustaining public confidence will depend on the government’s ability to balance fiscal stimulus with long-term debt management. For investors, the results indicate a stable political environment in the near term, though policy execution risks could influence market sentiment.

According to Gallup Korea survey data, February 2026.

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