Prime Minister Jeong: "Bipartisan Cooperation Is Important, but Cooperation Between the National Assembly and Government Is Also Necessary"

On the 2nd, cabinet members attending the Cabinet meeting held at the Government Seoul Office in Jongno-gu, Seoul, are listening attentively to the opening remarks by Prime Minister Chung Sye-kyun. Photo by Kang Jin-hyung aymsdream@

[Asia Economy Reporter Kwangho Lee] Prime Minister Chung Sye-kyun said on the 2nd, "While cooperation between the ruling and opposition parties is important, cooperation between the National Assembly and the government is also necessary."

Prime Minister Chung presided over the 28th Cabinet meeting held at the Government Sejong Complex on the same day and stated, "The 21st National Assembly began its term last week."

He emphasized, "In the midst of the national crisis caused by the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19), I hope for active cooperation so that the National Assembly and the government can be a source of strength for the people. I will be the first to communicate closely with the National Assembly."

Prime Minister Chung explained, "At today's Cabinet meeting, we will present 131 laws promulgated after passing the last plenary session of the 20th National Assembly. Many people worked hard for a long time on these bills, and they are the fruits of the political decision made by the 20th National Assembly at the end of its term."

He continued, "I ask each ministry to make thorough preparations for the flawless implementation of these valuable laws, including the establishment and revision of subordinate statutes and the construction of implementation systems, so that these laws can shine. For major bills that unfortunately did not pass, please expedite preparations for re-legislation so that they can be promptly handled by the 21st National Assembly."

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