https://cdnph.upi.com/ph/st/th/8481776817978/2026/upi_com/16cdc7fa1ded284d35ff70bb9c6bf080/v1.5/Shin-Hyun-song-takes-office-as-Bank-of-Korea-governor.jpg" /> Shin Hyun-song took office Tuesday as governor of the Bank of Korea, pledging to pursue prudent and flexible monetary policy during his term.