Kim Tae-nyeon "Proposal to Form Special Committee for Completion of Administrative Capital in National Assembly... Possible Without Constitutional Amendment"

Kim Tae-nyeon, floor leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, is attending the party strategy meeting held at the National Assembly on the 21st and delivering opening remarks. Photo by Yoon Dong-joo doso7@

[Asia Economy Reporter Wondara] Kim Tae-nyeon, floor leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, proposed forming a Special Committee for the Completion of the Administrative Capital in the National Assembly.

At the floor strategy meeting held at the National Assembly on the morning of the 21st, Floor Leader Kim said, "To actively promote social discussions on the completion of the administrative capital, I propose to the political circles and civil society the formation of a Special Committee for the Completion of the Administrative Capital in the National Assembly," adding, "I look forward to a prompt and accurate response from the United Future Party and the opposition."

Regarding the administrative capital, Floor Leader Kim referred to the 2004 Constitutional Court ruling on 'violation of customary constitution,' stating, "Laws that were constitutional in the past have changed according to the times. Customary constitution can change as times change." He also said, "Considering the severe overpopulation in the metropolitan area and the extinction of local regions, a bold transition is necessary," and added, "We must not give up the future of the Republic of Korea, being shackled by past legal judgments."

He also emphasized that if the Constitutional Court rules it unconstitutional again, it can be resolved through legislation at the National Assembly level. Floor Leader Kim said, "I urge the United Future Party once again. This is a national matter of great importance that must be discussed again for the future of the Republic of Korea," and added, "Solutions can definitely be found. It can be resolved sufficiently without going as far as constitutional amendment or a national referendum."

He further stated, "The National Assembly represents the people. The completion of the administrative capital is possible through legislative decisions," and emphasized, "Even if constitutional controversies arise again, changes can be made based on the 15 years of accumulated experience with the administrative city and the public consciousness."

Regarding the United Future Party’s submission of an impeachment motion against Justice Minister Choo Mi-ae, Floor Leader Kim criticized, "Bringing up a law that was discarded in January again is a strategic trick to divert attention from the launch of the High-ranking Officials’ Crime Investigation Agency and a habitual overuse of impeachment for political strife." He continued, "Minister Choo exercised her authority to direct investigations to correct prosecutorial unfairness," and added, "We cannot waste the precious time of the July National Assembly, which should address pressing livelihood issues, on political conflicts."

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