Jung Se-kyun: "I Believe Chu Mi-ae's Position Is True... No Reason for Dismissal"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Hye-min] Prime Minister Chung Sye-kyun dismissed the possibility of recommending the dismissal of Minister of Justice Choo Mi-ae regarding allegations of preferential treatment during her son's military service on the 14th, saying, "I have not yet found any reason for dismissal."

In response to a question from Yoon Jae-ok, a member of the People Power Party, during the National Assembly's government inspection session that day, Prime Minister Chung said, "I believe that what Minister Choo stated on Facebook is true, so I do not have any other thoughts," answering accordingly.

He added, "(Minister Choo) seems to feel wronged by the current situation," and said, "Since the prosecution is investigating, it is a matter of taking responsibility according to the investigation results." Prime Minister Chung also stated, "I believe the prosecution should conduct a fair and strict investigation according to the law. If not, they should be held accountable," and added, "I think it would be best for the prosecution to conclude the matter fairly and promptly."

He emphasized, "My personal belief is that the ruling and opposition parties should sincerely discuss urgent state affairs and cooperate, which is the path we should take."

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