Former Board of Audit and Inspection Chief Choi Jae-hyung Responds to President Moon's Criticism with "Diverse Thoughts"

[Asia Economy Reporter Oh Ju-yeon] Former Board of Audit and Inspection Chairman Choi Jae-hyung, who resigned while leaving open the possibility of running for president, appeared at a university alumni meeting on the 29th, just one day after his resignation.

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On that day, Choi attended the 'Proud Seoul National University Law Alumni' awards ceremony held at the Plaza Hotel in Jung-gu, Seoul, as one of the awardees.

During the event, when asked by reporters about his presidential candidacy, he replied, "I have said everything I wanted to say. I will take some more time to reflect. I will think more and then speak."

Choi stated, "During the period of reflection, I will not have many opportunities to meet people," indicating his plan to refrain from external contacts while contemplating.

Regarding President Moon Jae-in's strong expression of regret the previous day upon accepting his resignation, saying it "left an undesirable precedent," Choi responded, "As I mentioned at the National Assembly before, there are many people who think differently."

When asked if he had seen former Prosecutor General Yoon Seok-youl's declaration to run for president, he said, "I heard that he did, but I don't know the details," and he remained reserved when questioned about joining the People Power Party and the timing of such a move.

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