President Lee Jae-myung and Prime Minister Kim Min-seok entering a cabinet meeting at the presidential office building in Yongsan, Seoul on the 15th. Yonhap News
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, ‘On the 15th, President Lee Jae-myung expressed his condolences for the victims of the Cheongju Osong underpass incident and extended his deepest sympathy to the bereaved families.” ‘,
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, ‘During a cabinet meeting at the presidential office in Yongsan, President Lee mentioned, “Today marks the second anniversary of the Osong underpass tragedy.” ‘,
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, ‘He continued, “Despite the state’s duty to protect the lives and safety of its people, the public officials responsible for these tasks have failed to fulfill their obligation, resulting in many people facing a disaster.” ‘,
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, ‘He emphasized, “We must ensure that comprehensive measures are put in place to prevent such tragedies from occurring again.” ‘,
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, ‘President Lee stated, “Tomorrow, we plan to meet with the families of national disaster victims to hear their voices,” and urged that “the relevant authorities should make every effort to conduct thorough investigations into national disasters, determine accountability, and provide substantial support to the bereaved families.” ‘,
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, ‘He further added, “There have been numerous antisocial remarks that insult the victims, which are incomprehensible acts to the already grieving families of the victims.” ‘,
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, ‘President Lee directed, “Respond sternly with a zero-tolerance policy, within the bounds of the law.” ‘,
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, ‘Regarding the return of medical students, he noted, “Thankfully, it seems the medical students have decided to resume their studies. Although belated, it’s indeed a fortunate development,” and requested that “the education authorities swiftly implement the necessary follow-up measures.” ‘,
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, ‘He continued, “I urge the medical students to contemplate more deeply what their social responsibilities are as future medical professionals who bear the health and lives of our citizens,” and advised “the relevant departments to thoroughly review and promptly address mechanisms for public healthcare, essential medical services, and emergency care.” ‘,
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, ‘Lastly, he remarked, “Dialogue is always important, but there’s a significant lack of communication in our society,” adding, “While no one may be entirely at fault, from now on, I hope that discussions occur smoothly in every domain, and that authorities maintain close communication with healthcare professionals.” ‘,
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