In the Conflict Between Choo Mi-ae and Yoon Seok-yeol, Jeong Sye-kyun States "I Will Fulfill My Role as Prime Minister"

Prime Minister Chung Sye-kyun is explaining the 2021 budget proposal at the plenary meeting of the Special Committee on Budget and Accounts held at the National Assembly on the morning of the 4th. Photo by Yonhap News

[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Young-eun] Prime Minister Chung Sye-kyun stated on the 4th that he "will not hesitate to fulfill his role as Prime Minister" regarding the conflict between Justice Minister Chu Mi-ae and Prosecutor General Yoon Seok-youl.

During the 2021 budget comprehensive policy inquiry held by the National Assembly's Special Committee on Budget and Accounts, Prime Minister Chung responded to a question from Assemblyman Hong Joon-pyo by saying, "I feel responsible as the Prime Minister overseeing the Cabinet on behalf of the people."

Assemblyman Hong pointed out, "Recently, every time I open my eyes, the Justice Minister and the Prosecutor General are in conflict and fighting, which annoys the public," adding, "At this point, either both should be recommended for dismissal, or one of them should be chosen, or the Prime Minister should step in to mediate so they cannot fight."

In response, Prime Minister Chung said, "I am well aware that the ongoing conflict between the Justice Minister and the Prosecutor General is causing great discomfort to the public," and added, "High-ranking officials must above all exercise restraint and self-reflection. How can they claim to fulfill their duties as senior officials while saying whatever they want and acting as they please?"

He continued, "If unnecessary controversies continue, I will not hesitate to fulfill my role as Prime Minister."

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