Kim Ki-hyun: "Thorough Follow-up Measures Needed to Prevent Recurrence of 21st Division Explosion Accident"

Kim Ki-hyun, a member of the People Power Party, is giving a greeting at the "Media, Reform for the Future" Grand Debate held at the National Assembly on the 21st. Photo by Yoon Dong-joo doso7@

[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Ji-eun] Kim Ki-hyun, a member of the People Power Party and a leading candidate for the ruling party's leadership, raised his voice regarding the explosion accident that occurred last month at the 21st Army Division in Yanggu, Gangwon Province, stating that "thorough follow-up measures, including prevention of recurrence, must be ensured."

On the 7th, Kim said through his social network service (SNS), "As a member of the National Defense Committee of the National Assembly, I feel deeply sorry. I sincerely apologize for not paying enough attention and not properly overseeing the matter."

He added, "The Ministry of National Defense and the Army must ensure thorough follow-up measures such as investigating the cause of the accident, holding those responsible accountable, compensation, and prevention of recurrence. As I have served as a military legal officer and am currently working as a member of the National Defense Committee, I will carefully examine all related matters from the soldiers' perspective to ensure that no grievances are overlooked, including whether the accident has been concealed or downplayed, whether compensation is being appropriately provided, and whether measures to prevent recurrence are being devised."

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