Lee Nak-yeon "Tourist Accommodation Bookings Sold Out... Biggest Concern is Chuseok Holiday"

Lee Nak-yeon, leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, is attending the Supreme Council meeting held at the National Assembly on the 21st and delivering an opening remark. Photo by Yoon Dong-joo doso7@

[Asia Economy Reporter Wondara] Lee Nak-yeon, leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, urged people to refrain from traveling during the Chuseok holiday to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19).

On the morning of the 21st at the Supreme Council meeting held at the National Assembly, Lee said, "The spread of COVID-19 is slightly slowing down. However, it is too early to let our guard down," adding, "The biggest concern is the Chuseok holiday." He continued, "Although the movement restraint campaign is spreading, some tourist accommodations are fully booked. I repeatedly ask the public to refrain from meeting and gathering during the Chuseok holiday." He also said, "I urge the government and local governments to thoroughly inspect and manage the quarantine status of recreational facilities."

Referring to his visits over the weekend to Tongin Market, Sejong Center for the Performing Arts, and the flood and COVID-19 damage situations in Namwon, Gurye, and Hadong, Lee said, "A competent party and government respond promptly with policies and budgets when problems are found on site," adding, "The government and local governments should be as close to the field as possible, supplement systems, and reflect them in the budget."

He also called for blocking gatherings on National Foundation Day and Hangul Day. He said, "Some conservative groups' plans for gatherings on National Foundation Day and Hangul Day have not yet been withdrawn," emphasizing, "No one has the right to endanger the lives of the people. I hope the police will block gatherings and other actions that threaten the lives of the people and community safety at all costs."

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