New South Korean President Warns Officials: ‘Safety Negligence Will Be Strictly Punished’

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【Anchor's Note】
(President Lee Jae-myung) immediately convened a safety inspection meeting right after the Cabinet meeting. The president emphasized throughout the meeting that "I will hold civil servants accountable for accidents caused by their indifference or negligence."

Reporter Pyo Sun-woo reports.

【Reporter】
In convening the first safety inspection meeting, President Lee Jae-myung stated, "One of the main reasons for a nation's existence is to protect the safety of its citizens."

▶ Lee Jae-myung / President (Safety Inspection Meeting)
"Among the reasons for a nation's existence, protecting the lives and safety of the citizens is the most significant. Whether in national governance or local administration, the first priority must be the safety of the citizens."

President Lee pointed out that there are many accidents that could have been avoided with just a little more attention, referencing incidents such as the Sewol Ferry, Itaewon, and Osong tragedies.

He particularly emphasized the importance of identifying causes and formulating countermeasures, drawing on his experience handling disaster and emergency management during his tenure as mayor of Seongnam.

▶ Lee Jae-myung / President (Safety Inspection Meeting)
"The same type of incidents keep occurring at the same locations. In many cases, the causes can be identified, and if there are causes, measures can usually be established."

He also indicated that civil servants would be held accountable for accidents that occur due to negligence or indifference, stating, "If an accident could have been prevented but occurred due to negligence or indifference, we must hold them strictly accountable."

He expressed his intention to place more competent personnel in safety management departments.

▶ Standing: Reporter Pyo Sun-woo
"During the hour-long meeting, President Lee emphasized prevention, particularly urging meticulous checks to prevent any damage from the upcoming rainy season."

This is Pyo Sun-woo from MBN News. [[email protected]]