[2020 National Audit] Criticism to Korea Development Bank Chairman Lee Dong-geol to "Develop Political Sensibility"

[Asia Economy Reporter Kangwook Cho] At the National Assembly audit held on the 16th, Industrial Bank of Korea (IBK) Chairman Dong-geol Lee was heavily criticized to develop political sensibility. This was related to the controversy over the toast proposal he made at the publication celebration of Lee Hae-chan, former leader of the Democratic Party of Korea.

On that day, Seong Il-jong, a member of the National Assembly's Political Affairs Committee from the People Power Party, pointed out, "The IBK chairman is handling the most important practical tasks, but recently caused a controversy by attending a publication celebration."

In response, Chairman Lee said, "I acknowledge the mistake in my remarks and have officially apologized twice," adding, "I would like to take this opportunity to apologize once again."

However, he added, "I have worked while maintaining political neutrality," and "Since communication and consultation with lawmakers are necessary, I used to attend such events in the past, but I will be more cautious in the future."

Then, Representative Seong requested, "It is acceptable to attend related events, but please refrain from political remarks." He continued, "You are doing well in tasks such as timely fund supply during the COVID-19 crisis, early establishment of the Kian Fund, and support for Asiana Airlines, but it seems you lack political sensibility," and added, "Please develop your political sensibility."

Earlier, on the 22nd of last month, Chairman Lee proposed the toast "Let's go! 20 years!" at the publication celebration of the biography comic book of former leader Lee held at the Western Chosun Hotel in Jung-gu, Seoul, causing controversy for failing to uphold the obligation of political neutrality as the head of a policy bank.

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