Lee Nak-yeon Visits Police Riot Squad, Urges "Reassure That Public Authority Is Alive"

Ahead of Gaecheonjeol Rally, Visit to Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency to Urge Blocking of Illegal Gatherings

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[Asia Economy Reporter Wondara] Lee Nak-yeon, leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, visited the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency ahead of the National Foundation Day rally and urged, "I hope you assure the public that public authority is alive."

On the 2nd, Lee visited the Mobile Headquarters of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency in Jung-gu, Seoul, saying, "Due to the court's decision, some risk factors have emerged. Reports have come out that not only Gwanghwamun but also Namdaemun and market merchants are concerned," adding, "Any assembly or act that is not legal must not be allowed."

He continued, "In the past, there were times when the police force could not sufficiently prevent illegal acts or illegal assemblies, causing concern among the public, but this time I hope it will be completely blocked to provide a sense of stability to the people," and urged, "As the President also mentioned, I hope you assure the public this time that 'public authority is alive.'"

He further emphasized, "Especially tomorrow and on Hangeul Day, how to block assemblies around Gwanghwamun will be the key to whether the frontline can prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19) pandemic or not. Our Chief of Seoul Police Agency, Jang Ha-yeon, is fully aware of this, and I remind you once again that I have also conveyed this to the National Police Agency Chief before."

After visiting the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency, Lee wrote on his Facebook, "I checked preparations and training to block the National Foundation Day rally by some conservative groups," and added, "For quarantine and the economy, I hope no one participates."

Meanwhile, Lee plans to visit a COVID-19 diagnostic kit manufacturer in Osong, Chungbuk, in the afternoon. Earlier, before the holiday started, Lee visited Namdaemun Market in Seoul and plans to continue his field visits to meet village bus drivers on the 3rd and 4th, maintaining his focus on public livelihood.

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