청, 병상확충 TF 첫 회의…"병상 문제 해결, 절대절명의 과제" Blue House, First Meeting of Bed Expansion TF... "Resolving Bed Shortage, an Absolutely Urgent Task"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Ji-eun] On the afternoon of the 24th, the Blue House held the first meeting of the Bed Expansion Task Force (TF) chaired by Presidential Chief of Staff Yoo Young-min to review the status of bed expansion and discuss related tasks.

Chief Yoo presided over the TF meeting at the Prime Minister's residence in Samcheong-dong and stated, "Currently, the government and the Blue House consider resolving the bed shortage issue an absolutely critical task."

Chief Yoo emphasized, "On Monday this week, the President issued a special directive on bed expansion, and on Wednesday, the Central Disaster and Safety Countermeasure Headquarters announced an emergency plan for bed expansion. However, what is important is flawless implementation and speed."

He added, "Not only will the announced bed expansion plan be implemented without any setbacks, but this TF will meticulously oversee it to ensure it is exceeded. To expand more beds faster, this TF will discuss and quickly decide and execute any necessary matters or methods without discrimination."

Chief Yoo also said, "Furthermore, issues and disagreements between ministries that may arise during the bed expansion process will be discussed and solutions will be prepared within this TF," and "ministries and agencies participating in the TF are requested not only to implement decisions but also to actively identify and proactively resolve tasks."

He continued, "We must learn from the recent bed shortage issues and, to thoroughly prepare for uncertain situations such as the spread of Omicron, secure sufficient beds in advance even if it means keeping them vacant. I ask each ministry and agency to participate in the TF with a heavy sense of responsibility, knowing that the degree and possibility of returning to normal life depend on our efforts."

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