Audit Board Chairman: "We Will Pay Close Attention to the Nuclear Safety and Security Commission During Renewable Energy Audits"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Jung-yoon] Choi Jae-hae, the head of the Board of Audit and Inspection (BAI), stated that regarding the BAI's plan to inspect the government's renewable energy projects, "We will also carefully collect information on the Nuclear Safety and Security Commission (NSSC)."

On the 29th, during the plenary session of the National Assembly's Budget and Accounts Committee, Choi responded to a question from Lee In-seon, a member of the People Power Party, who said, "I hope the NSSC aligns well with our government's policy direction and that you investigate this aspect."

When Lee asked, "If you audit the renewable energy sector and find parts linked to nuclear power plants, will you initiate a separate audit?" Choi replied, "We will continue to monitor the nuclear power side." However, he clarified, "This audit is not directly related to nuclear power plants."

On the 23rd, the BAI announced its audit operation plan for the second half of this year, adding "promotion of renewable energy projects" to this year's audit targets. This has led to speculation that the BAI will scrutinize the government's nuclear phase-out policy process, which was rapidly pursued by the previous administration and criticized for causing energy supply imbalances.

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