Jo Kyung-tae "Lee Jae-myung holding a microphone every day... Sing Haiming should make a statement"

Chinese Ambassador to Korea Xing Haiming has sparked controversy with his remark at a dinner with Lee Jae-myung, leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, saying "You will regret it if you don't bet on China." In response, Jo Kyung-tae, a member of the People Power Party, raised his voice, urging Lee to make a statement on the matter.

On the 14th, Jo said on BBS's "Jeon Young-shin's Morning Journal," "He is someone who holds the microphone every day, so he must clearly express his position to the public regarding this diplomatic fiasco."

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Following Ambassador Xing's remarks, voices within the ruling party are calling for him to be designated as a diplomatically undesirable figure and expelled. They are also holding Lee responsible, accusing him of setting the stage for Ambassador Xing's comments.

Jo also stated, "He must thoroughly report to the public why he met with Ambassador Xing Haiming, who already looks down on and disrespects our country, and why he set the stage for him. I believe he should express his position with a sincere apology to the people."

He also argued that China should recall Ambassador Xing to his home country. He said, "We need to examine whether China truly recognizes Korea as a sovereign nation or if it is engaging in condescending diplomacy. If China genuinely wants to maintain smooth Korea-China relations and respect the sovereignty of the Republic of Korea, it should immediately recall Ambassador Xing to resolve this issue."

However, China has taken a 'brazen' stance, demanding an end to personal attack reports against Ambassador Xing. Jo responded, "How little must they think of our country to act like that?" and pointed out, "China's arrogance is clearly revealed in this."

He added, "Previously, when former President Moon Jae-in visited China, visitors were assaulted, with several journalists injured, including one who suffered a ruptured eardrum and serious injuries. Looking at the current behavior and attitude of the Chinese government toward our country, it seems they are engaging in diplomatic actions that would be unthinkable in a normal liberal democratic country."

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