[2020 National Audit] Yoon Seok-yeol "I Will Fulfill My Duties Despite Any Pressure"

[Asia Economy Reporter Baek Kyunghwan] Prosecutor General Yoon Seok-yeol stated, "I will fulfill my duties regardless of any pressure." This clearly indicates his intention not to resign amid calls for his resignation from the ruling party.

On the 22nd, during the National Assembly's Legislation and Judiciary Committee's audit, Yoon responded to criticism that Minister of Justice Chu Mi-ae's exercise of investigative authority appeared to be a pressure for resignation by saying, "There was no word from the appointing authority. The term is a promise made to the people."

When asked whether prosecutors with pro-government leanings were bypassing the Prosecutor General, he replied, "Well, would they really do that?" and added, "I believe I am doing my best."

However, regarding the demotion of prosecutors who conducted investigations related to the administration, he seemed to partially agree. Yoon said, "Personnel matters are at the broad discretion of the appointing authority, so I cannot go into details, but in fact, investigations into powerful individuals are very difficult and challenging," adding, "You risk a lot and must be prepared for various disadvantages. If this becomes institutionalized, there is a high possibility that no one will step forward to investigate powerful people, which is a concern."

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