Lee Nak-yeon, Democratic Party Leader, "Preparing for Party-Government-Blue House Meeting, Discussing Disaster Relief Funds"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Park Cheol-eung] Lee Nak-yeon, the newly appointed leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, will soon discuss the second round of disaster relief funds and other matters through a meeting between the party, government, and 청 (Cheongwadae, the Blue House).

On the 30th, during a video conference with the new leadership, Lee said, "A party-government-Cheongwadae meeting is being prepared to be held around the beginning of this week," adding, "We will mainly review and discuss support for people's livelihoods and the COVID-19 situation."

He continued, "It seems that the issue of disaster relief funds will also be discussed at the (party-government-Cheongwadae) meeting."

The Democratic Party's National Crisis Overcoming Committee will be expanded. Lee stated, "The party's National Crisis Overcoming Committee has been reorganized, but it is currently functioning like a temporary organization," adding, "The floor leader is temporarily in charge, but we have decided to strengthen and expand it. I mentioned in my acceptance speech that I will take direct responsibility as the leader. When I go to the National Assembly tomorrow, I will take measures to start preparations for the expansion and reorganization."

Referring to the elevation of social distancing to level 2.5 in the metropolitan area and the continued strike by resident doctors, he mentioned, "A very serious period is continuing."

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