Cheong, Responds to National Petition Against Seoul Queer Festival with "Online Format Event"

COVID-19 Official Gathering Cancellations, Seoul Queer Culture Festival Cancellation Petition... Use of 3 Seoul Plazas Restricted Until October 31

[Asia Economy Reporter Ryu Jeong-min] The Blue House conveyed in its response to a public petition opposing the Seoul Queer Culture Festival that this year's event will be held online.

On the 18th, the Blue House stated, "The petitioner requested the cancellation of the festival, claiming that the Seoul Queer Culture Festival will be held for 12 days from September 18 despite all official gatherings being canceled due to COVID-19. This petition, posted on July 20, has garnered participation from 235,016 citizens."

The view of Cheongwadae from Namsan, Seoul on the 11th. Photo by Hyunmin Kim kimhyun81@

The Blue House explained, "On August 25, Seoul City announced the results of the Open Plaza Operation Citizens' Committee, which decided to extend the restriction period for the use of three plazas?Gwanghwamun Square, Seoul Plaza, and Cheonggye Plaza?until October 31 due to the resurgence of COVID-19. The Seoul Queer Culture Festival Organizing Committee stated that, following the guidelines of health authorities, they have reorganized the festival into a new and safe format and will hold this year's queer festival online."

The Blue House pledged, "We express our deep gratitude to all citizens who are enduring hardships and dedicating themselves to overcoming COVID-19. The government will continue to make greater efforts to protect the lives and safety of the people."

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