Confirmation hearings for seven minister candidates kick off today at the National Assembly.<br />Choi Jeong-ho, President Moon Jae-in's pick for transport minister is first in the hot seat.<br />Lawmakers are likely to focus on Choi's morality, particularly as he's accused of some shady real estate deals.<br />Other nominees facing confirmation hearings this week include those picked to head up the unification, interior, and science ministries.<br />The spotlight is especially on unification minister nominee Kim Yeon-chul.<br />If appointed, he will be Seoul's new main negotiator with North Korea.<br />The Presidential Office and the ruling party say they expect all the nominees to be confirmed. <br />
