On the 18th, Acting President Han said he would “consider until the very last moment” whether to exercise his veto on six bills, including the Grain Control Act, and the Special Prosecutor’s Office bill.
"In accordance with the constitution and the law, what is appropriate from the perspective of the future of this country and the people?
"I would like to say that we will continue to examine whether or not the bills will be passed until the very last moment," he said. The deadline for exercising the veto on six bills, including the grain bill, expires on the 21st. Six bills to be reconsidered
Regarding the timing of the extraordinary Cabinet meeting to vote on the bill, the ministry said, "It has not been finalized." In addition, with the deadline for the two special investigation bills set for January 1 next year, some have speculated that Kim Jong-un, acting chief of staff, will be
It has been claimed that the veto will only be exercised on the special investigation bill. The source said, "I heard that the bill was transferred to the government yesterday afternoon. It will be reviewed until the very last moment, December 31, and a decision will be made.
"We will check whether it complies with the Constitution and the law," he said. Prior to this, the Democratic Party of Korea had pressured Acting President Han to "abandon his veto power." If Acting President Han rejects the special prosecutor bill, "impeachment" will be called.
"It may be unavoidable," he said, raising the level of his remarks. A source close to the matter refrained from commenting, saying, "Regardless of that, the government will make its decision based on the constitution and legal principles."
On the same day, a source said that regarding the appointment of the three constitutional justices recommended by the National Assembly, where the ruling and opposition parties are at odds over the scope of the acting judge's authority, "the two parties will discuss it,"
There are various interpretations and controversy surrounding this matter. I think we need to listen to a variety of opinions and there will likely be various considerations. We will consider it in the future," he said.
Regarding his participation in the National Stability Consultative Council, he stated his willingness to participate, saying, "If the ruling and opposition parties agree and I am invited immediately, even today, I will participate."
Regarding some who have pointed out that Acting President Han should have authorized a search of the presidential office, the official said, "We have never considered this, and it is being done according to the law and basic investigative procedures.
"I think that's correct," he said, but added, "I think the decision will be made according to the criminal law."
2024/12/18 20:44 KST
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