Prime Minister Jeong: "It is the government's duty to ensure that youth do not lose hope"

"Not Just a Simple Collection of Existing Youth Policies, Please Include Thoughtful Solutions for Fundamental Issues" Request

Prime Minister Chung Sye-kyun Photo by Yonhap News

[Asia Economy Reporter Kwangho Lee] Prime Minister Chung Sye-kyun said on the 10th, "It is the government's responsibility to ensure that young people who will create the future do not lose hope and can live independent lives."

On the same day, Prime Minister Chung held the 28th Thursday Dialogue at Samcheongdang, the Prime Minister's official residence in Seoul, under the theme "Youth Talking About Youth Policy," and made these remarks.

This Thursday Dialogue involved youth members of the Youth Policy Coordination Committee, who are participating in the establishment of the "Basic Youth Policy Plan" under the Youth Basic Act, to examine the current state of youth issues and discuss policy measures to improve the quality of life for young people.

Prime Minister Chung stated, "The Basic Youth Policy Plan should be promoted in a way that is led by private committee members rather than government-centered, with the government supporting it."

He added, "The first Basic Plan should not simply be a collection of youth policies promoted by each ministry, but should contain deep consideration to fundamentally solve the difficulties faced by our youth."

He emphasized, "To enable young people to move beyond being on the sidelines and live proactive lives, related systems must be improved to meet their expectations."

The Youth Policy Promotion Team of the Office for Government Policy Coordination plans to prepare and announce the Basic Youth Policy Plan by the end of the year, reflecting the policy tasks discussed at this Thursday Dialogue.

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