Chairing a Cabinet Meeting: “Confident in the Development of the Korea-U.S. Alliance through Trade Talks”
“Complete the Regulatory Innovation Tasks within the Current Government”,
Acting President and Prime Minister Han Duck-soo strikes a gavel during the Cabinet meeting held at the government complex in Jongno-gu, Seoul on the 22nd. Photo by the Presidential Media Photographers Group.,
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, ‘Acting President and Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, ahead of the ‘2+2’ talks between the Korea-U.S. finance and trade ministers on the 22nd, said, “I expect this discussion will open the door to mutually beneficial solutions through candid dialogue and cooperation between the economic and trade leaders of both countries.”‘,
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, ‘At the Cabinet meeting held at the government complex in Seoul, Han stated, “This meeting was realized through a proposal from the U.S., considering the importance of our trade relations.” Finance Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Choi Sang-mok and Trade Minister Ahn Deok-geun will attend the ‘2+2′ trade talks in the U.S. on the 24th.’,
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, ‘Han mentioned the signing of the initial design contract by a consortium of the Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute for research with the University of Missouri, stating that “This exemplifies the steadfast Korea-U.S. scientific and technological cooperation, dispelling any previous concerns.” He further stated, “Through mutual benefits in trade talks and expanded scientific and technological cooperation, the Korea-U.S. alliance, which has developed into one of the world’s most exemplary alliances over the past 72 years, will advance into an even stronger alliance that prepares for the future together.”‘,
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, ‘On that day, Han also mentioned various livelihood issues. He said, “The government has mobilized all possible resources to alleviate the difficulties faced by small business owners and self-employed people, and to ease the managerial challenges of our companies,” adding, “I urge the ministers of each department to dedicate themselves with the utmost effort, as public servants, for the people’s livelihood and the future of Korea without neglecting their duties even for a moment in the face of any difficulties.”‘,
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, ‘Han emphasized regulatory innovation, saying, “Regulatory innovation, which enhances corporate autonomy, inspires investment enthusiasm, and reduces unnecessary burdens on the people, is the shortcut to boosting the people’s economy and the most effective policy tool to reduce fiscal burdens.” He continued, “I ask the ministers of each department to responsibly complete the regulatory reform tasks announced so far, including follow-up actions within the current government, and to make every effort to eliminate even a single unnecessary regulation until the very end.”‘,
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, ‘Han also mentioned the Jeju Airlines disaster and wildfires in the Yeongnam region. He said, “The special law for the relief and support of the victims of the December 29 Jeju Airways disaster will be promulgated after today’s Cabinet meeting review,” adding, “I request that the relevant departments ensure that the contents included in the special law are implemented substantially and promptly in line with its intent, so that they can be of practical help to the bereaved families.”‘,
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, ‘He continued, “About 3,700 evacuees are still experiencing inconvenience at temporary shelters due to large-scale wildfires in Gyeongbuk, Gyeongnam, and Ulsan regions,” urging, “I ask each department to expedite the promised measures for the affected residents, such as emergency management stability fund support, restoration of livestock facilities, and free rental of agricultural machinery, as soon as possible.”‘\n