Kim Tae-nyeon: "Lime and Optimus Prosecutorial Investigation Manipulation Allegations Must Be Thoroughly Investigated and Punished"

[Asia Economy Reporter Jeon Jinyoung] Kim Tae-nyeon, the floor leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, stated on the 19th, "The prosecutorial misconduct and allegations of fabricated investigations revealed in the Lime and Optimus cases must be thoroughly investigated and punished."

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At the Supreme Council meeting held at the National Assembly that morning, Floor Leader Kim urged a thorough investigation into the allegations of prosecutorial manipulation during the investigation process. Former Star Mobility chairman Kim Bong-hyun revealed in a handwritten statement on the 16th that he had lobbied prosecutors and lawyers, including those with prosecutorial backgrounds, through drinking parties and providing money and gifts.

Kim Tae-nyeon said, "The collective corruption of some prosecutors hidden behind the financial fraud cases and the suspicion of fabricated targeted investigations are shocking in themselves," and emphasized, "The Democratic Party demands a strong investigation without any suspicion, regardless of political affiliation or status."

He added, "Anyone found guilty of crimes in the Lime and Optimus cases must be severely punished, regardless of whether they are in politics, finance, or other sectors."

At the meeting, Floor Leader Kim also expressed concern over the Japanese government's insistence on discharging contaminated water from nuclear power plants into the ocean. He said, "It is reported that the Japan Fisheries Association passed a resolution opposing the discharge. It is worrisome that they are pushing forward with the discharge without even convincing their own citizens," and stressed, "The current status of the contaminated water and the reprocessing methods must be transparently disclosed, and related countries, including South Korea, must be included in the investigation team for verification."

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