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Newly appointed presidential special inspector Choi Kil-su pledged on Monday to uphold political neutrality and professional independence as he began his duties inspecting irregularities involving the president's spouse and close relatives, Yonhap and the Korea Times report. Choi told reporters that he would carry out his work with vigilance, emphasizing autonomy in his role, according to KBS World. The appointment, made by President Lee Jae Myung on Oct. 23, fills a position that had been vacant for 10 years, KBS World notes.