Han Deok-su: "Mobilize All Policies to Stabilize the Common Economy... Achieve National Unity"

National Assembly Confirmation Hearing for Prime Minister Nominee

Prime Minister nominee Han Duck-soo [Photo by Yonhap News]

[Asia Economy Sejong=Reporter Son Sun-hee] Han Deok-soo, the nominee for Prime Minister, stated on the 2nd, "I will prioritize stabilizing the livelihood economy above all else and mobilize all policy measures," adding, "Above all, we will promptly block factors causing price instability and work on improving market structures together." He also emphasized, "Through national unity and cooperation, we will build a prosperous nation and a new Republic of Korea."

In his opening remarks at the parliamentary confirmation hearing that morning, Han said, "I am well aware that issues such as job shortages, housing instability, polarization, excessive and irrational regulations, and uncertainties in the international situation are pains standing at the cliff of life and death for the people and businesses."

Han added, "All our people are enduring hardships, but especially to the youth, as a member of the previous generation before the Prime Minister nominee, I want to express my gratitude and apology. It is difficult to find jobs and to secure a home, yet we all know that they are doing their best diligently. The responsibility on my shoulders is very heavy."

He continued, "I will carefully examine tasks directly related to the happiness of the people, such as jobs, education, housing, healthcare, and pensions, and lay the foundation to resolve social inequality and polarization," emphasizing, "We will also firmly protect the socially vulnerable who face the risk of losing jobs due to industrial structural changes such as digital transformation."

He further stressed, "Everything the new government must do from now on is something that must be done for the next generation," adding, "Korea must become a country that fills the hearts of the 2030 generation with hope again."

Han particularly emphasized 'national unity,' saying, "We must resolve various conflicts in our society and achieve national unity," and stated, "I will listen to the diverse voices from all sectors of society and sincerely consult and coordinate with the National Assembly on all policies as we move forward."

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