[Full Text] Nadehan's Late Apology for 'Traveling to Japan During Self-Quarantine': "Reflecting on My Reckless Behavior"

Former National Ballet dancer Na Daehan (28), who was dismissed by the National Ballet for violating self-quarantine measures amid the spread of the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19), has apologized. Photo by Na Daehan Instagram

[Asia Economy Intern Reporter Kim Seul-gi] Na Daehan (28), a former member of the National Ballet who was dismissed by the National Ballet for violating self-quarantine measures amid the spread of the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19), has apologized.

On the 13th, Na Daehan posted on his social network service (SNS), "I apologize for causing concern to everyone due to my thoughtless behavior."

He apologized, saying, "I deeply apologize for causing controversy by traveling to Japan during the National Ballet's self-quarantine period and posting about it on SNS."

He added, "I acknowledge that despite the nation's serious crisis, I acted recklessly, forgetting my status as a member of the National Ballet. I will deeply reflect and restrain myself to ensure this never happens again. I apologize once again for causing concern to many people."

Earlier, after being dismissed by the National Ballet for violating self-quarantine measures amid the spread of COVID-19, Na Daehan filed for a retrial, disputing the disciplinary decision.

On the 30th of last month, the National Ballet stated, "Na Daehan, through his lawyer, filed for a retrial on the 27th, claiming the dismissal was unfair." Once a retrial is requested, the disciplinary committee must reconvene within 10 days.

The National Ballet, which performed "Swan Lake" at the Daegu Opera House on February 14 and 15, decided to have all members self-quarantine as a preventive and protective measure after COVID-19 infections rapidly increased in the Daegu and Gyeongbuk regions.

However, during this period, Na Daehan traveled to Japan with his girlfriend and posted photos of the trip on his SNS, causing controversy.

The following is the full text of Na Daehan's statement

This is Na Daehan.

First, I apologize for causing concern to everyone due to my thoughtless behavior.

I deeply apologize for causing controversy by traveling to Japan during the National Ballet's self-quarantine period and posting about it on SNS.

I acknowledge that despite the nation's serious crisis, I acted recklessly, forgetting my status as a member of the National Ballet.

I will deeply reflect and restrain myself to ensure this never happens again. I apologize once again for causing concern to many people.

I am truly sorry.

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