Minister Lee Jong-ho of the Ministry of Science and ICT Conducts Emergency Safety Inspection Related to the Itaewon Disaster

Strict Instructions for Emergency Response and Safety Management in Telecommunications Events

Prime Minister Han Duck-soo is laying a wreath at the joint memorial altar for the victims of the Itaewon accident set up at Seoul Plaza on the 31st. Photo by Kang Jin-hyung aymsdream@

[Asia Economy Reporter Lim Hye-seon] On the 30th, Minister Lee Jong-ho of the Ministry of Science and ICT conducted an emergency executive video meeting and, on the 31st, a sharing meeting to urgently inspect any abnormalities in communication and internet traffic as well as the disaster broadcasting preparedness of paid broadcasting companies.

Before the meeting, Minister Lee expressed deep condolences to the victims and requested all employees to unite their hearts. He also instructed early identification of any damage to employees and their families of the Korea Post and its affiliated and subordinate organizations, and urged all employees to remain vigilant and do their best in their duties during the national mourning period.

In particular, regarding accident response and follow-up measures, he directed active cooperation with related ministries and agencies, and preemptive review of disaster prevention measures and post-response plans utilizing science, technology, and digital technologies. He also asked for reconsideration of whether to hold planned external events based on their nature, and if events must be held, to ensure thorough safety management.

Meanwhile, the Ministry of Science and ICT plans to continuously monitor communication and broadcasting situations by utilizing the existing Broadcasting and Communications Disaster Countermeasures Headquarters, and conduct emergency safety inspections of all facilities including the Korea Post.

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