Jeon Hyun-hee: "We will strictly investigate and hold public officials accountable for speculative investment reports"

Press Conference on the 23rd... "There Are Quite a Few New Cases"

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[Sejong=Asia Economy Reporter Moon Chaeseok] Jeon Hyun-hee, Chairperson of the Anti-Corruption and Civil Rights Commission, stated on the 23rd, "Reports of speculative incidents involving elected officials such as members of the National Assembly, public officials from local governments, and employees of development-related public enterprises like Korea Land and Housing Corporation (LH) have been received," adding, "We will thoroughly investigate the reported cases and, if necessary, take measures such as requesting investigations or disciplinary actions to hold the involved public officials strictly accountable."

Chairperson Jeon made these remarks during a briefing held at the Government Seoul Complex regarding the speculation reports.

The Anti-Corruption Commission is operating a focused reporting period for real estate speculation related to public officials' duties from the 4th of this month until June 30th. It is known that dozens of reports concerning public officials' speculation have been received so far. She responded, "I understand that there are quite a few new cases in addition to the previously known suspicions of public officials' speculation."

Chairperson Jeon also bowed her head, saying, "As the person responsible for overseeing anti-corruption policies, I failed to prevent this incident," and emphasized, "We will employ all policy measures to eradicate deeply rooted unfair practices, injustice, and moral hazards within the public service."

Regarding the content of the Conflict of Interest Prevention Act being promoted by both ruling and opposition parties, she said, "I urge the enactment of the law," adding, "It is a matter for the National Assembly to decide."

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