Why Representative Hwang Kyo-ahn Insists on the Term 'Wuhan Pneumonia'... "A Comfortable Expression for the Public"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Ji-eun] Hwang Kyo-ahn, leader of the Liberty Korea Party, warned about the dangers of the novel coronavirus, commonly referred to as 'Wuhan pneumonia,' and pledged to do his best until the outbreak is over. When asked why he uses the term Wuhan pneumonia instead of novel coronavirus, he replied that it is a "more familiar term for the public."

On the 30th, after the Supreme Council meeting at the National Assembly, he told reporters, "The Wuhan pneumonia issue is serious."

Hwang said, "Our party is determined to take emergency measures," adding, "We will prepare countermeasures at the central party level and provide all support through local party branches and city/provincial parties. We will continue to do our best until the outbreak is over."

During the Supreme Council meeting, opinions were raised about banning Chinese nationals from entering the country and repatriating those who entered after the Wuhan pneumonia outbreak. However, Hwang emphasized the need for a cautious response. He said, "There are several aspects to consider."

Regarding the government's request to use the term novel coronavirus, but still referring to it as Wuhan pneumonia, he explained, "We (the Korea Party) initially called it Wuhan pneumonia, and the public knows it by that name," adding, "We use expressions that are familiar to the public."

Meanwhile, at the Supreme Council meeting, the Korea Party decided to allow some former members who had left the party to return. Hwang said, "There were people who caused inconvenience and worries due to disciplinary actions when they left the party, so they could not rejoin until now," adding, "However, we have decided to give everyone who acknowledges past mistakes and wants to rejoin the party a chance to fight alongside the Moon administration."

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