President Moon: "Next month on the 14th is 'No Delivery Day'... Supporting Delivery Workers' Rest"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Son Sunhee] President Moon Jae-in said on the 18th, "August 14th is a day off for delivery drivers," and added, "I hope everyone supports the drivers so that they can have a day of rest and recharge without waiting for deliveries."

On the same day, President Moon wrote on his Facebook and other social network services (SNS), "Even if deliveries are a little delayed, I hope we can all be happy together."

Regarding the sharp increase in delivery volume after the COVID-19 pandemic, President Moon said, "'Social distancing in daily life' has made delivery drivers busier, and during this time, three drivers have passed away from overwork," adding, "Along with medical staff, delivery drivers are heroes in overcoming COVID-19, and we should all remember their hard work."

He continued, "The National Delivery Solidarity Union has long worked to ensure rest for delivery drivers," and welcomed, "Yesterday, the Korea Integrated Logistics Association finally accepted this, making August 14th the first-ever 'Delivery Vacation Day'." He also noted that this achievement came 28 years after the delivery industry began.

President Moon expressed hope, saying, "The lighter the steps of delivery drivers, the happier the deliveries left at your doorstep will be," and added, "This will also speed up overcoming COVID-19."

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