Ministry of Unification "Reviewing North Korean Defector Crisis Management System Mainly for Improvements"
Death of a North Korean Defector in Their 20s in Gimhae
[Asia Economy Reporter Jang Hee-jun] The Ministry of Unification expressed condolences over the death of a 20-year-old North Korean defector in Gimhae, Gyeongnam, and stated that it is currently conducting a comprehensive review of the crisis management system for North Korean defectors.
An official from the Ministry of Unification said on the 10th, when asked about measures regarding the incident, "We are conducting a comprehensive review of the current system related to support for North Korean defector households in crisis," adding, "The review is focused mainly on institutional improvements."
The official said, "The government has made many efforts to help North Korean defectors settle early and stably in our society," and added, "Especially for defectors facing difficulties, we have provided more careful attention and support, but it is true that there are still shortcomings."
He continued, "The government expresses condolences for the deceased and deeply regrets that such an incident occurred," and explained, "We have provided necessary support related to the funeral procedures of the deceased and are currently taking measures to ensure the psychological stability of the bereaved family."
According to the police, on the 7th at around 6 p.m., a North Korean defector identified as A (23) was found dead in a one-room apartment in Gimhae, Gyeongnam. The police are investigating whether a crime was involved following the bereaved family's suggestion of possible homicide.
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Earlier last month, the skeletal remains of a North Korean defector living alone were found in a rental apartment in Yangcheon-gu, Seoul. On the 31st of last month, Kwon Young-se, Minister of Unification, announced at the National Assembly Foreign Affairs and Unification Committee plenary meeting that the protection system for North Korean defectors would be comprehensively reorganized.
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