Hwang Kyo-ahn "Core COVID-19 Measure: Ban on Entry from China"

Hwang Kyo-ahn, leader of the United Future Party, is speaking at the Supreme Council meeting held at the National Assembly on the 24th. [Image source=Yonhap News]

[Asia Economy Reporter Heo Midam] Hwang Kyo-ahn, leader of the Future United Party, said on the 24th, "What exactly is the government's countermeasure? The core of the COVID-19 response is the ban on entry from China."

On the same day, Hwang posted on his Facebook, "The novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19) situation is at a critical turning point. The number of confirmed cases has exceeded 700, and the seventh death has occurred. It is regrettable," he said.

He added, "The Medical Association has called six times for a ban on entry from China, and I have also strongly urged it several times," and said, "Countries that have banned entry from China are managing the situation quite stably."

He continued, "The Future United Party will mobilize all its capabilities to overcome the crisis," and added, "We will upgrade the 'Wuhan Pneumonia Task Force' currently operated by our party to the 'Wuhan COVID-19 Countermeasure Special Committee,' and I will personally take the position of chairman and lead it."

He also said, "Overcoming the situation as soon as possible is the best solution to protect the health of the people and the livelihood economy," and "We will definitely protect your safety and lives."

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