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Saemaul Keumsgo's board restructuring and recruitment of external governance experts signal a critical shift toward stronger internal controls and risk management in cooperative banking. Expanding independent directors from 4 to 9 enhances the board's oversight and accountability capacity, directly addressing industry-wide governance standards. This reform positions the institution to operate with greater transparency and financial soundness.