Park Hong-geun, Minister of the Ministry of Planning and Budget, emphasized the need to accelerate key tasks such as budget preparation for the second half of the year and the establishment of a long-term national development strategy. He stated that communication with stakeholders, including the public, the National Assembly, and experts, should be strengthened, and necessary legislative amendments should be expedited.
On July 16, the Ministry held its seventh expanded executive meeting at the Government Sejong Center, chaired by Minister Park, to review the direction of work for the second half of the year and key issues.
During the meeting, Minister Park encouraged staff members who have been addressing major issues, including recent meetings of the Finance Committee, discussions on youth policy, national fiscal strategy meetings, and departmental reports. He stressed the importance of staff recharging and urged executives to lead by encouraging employees to take their summer vacations.
Regarding the direction of work for the second half of the year, Minister Park called for actionable results. He stated, "As we enter the second half of the year, it is time to put into practice the tasks we have planned. We must actively communicate with various stakeholders during the budget preparation and the establishment of the long-term national development strategy."
On the preparation of next year's budget, he announced plans to proactively gather opinions from the National Assembly and political parties. He also intends to communicate swiftly with the newly inaugurated local governments.
Furthermore, he directed that a broad collection of public opinions be conducted using online platforms during the establishment of the long-term national development strategy. Minister Park emphasized the need to closely examine suggestions from the youth, who are the future leaders of society, and incorporate them into policies.
The Ministry also plans to expedite the processing of key legislation. Minister Park urged close pre-consultation with the National Assembly's standing committees regarding the Public Interest Whistleblower Encouragement Fund Act and the Voluntary Carbon Market Act, ensuring thorough preparation for the passage of these bills.
He stressed, "Among the core agendas that the Ministry is focusing on, tasks that are particularly challenging or require priority should have more detailed implementation strategies established and be executed promptly."
Before the meeting, a ceremony was held to appoint the Minister's policy advisor and to award exemplary public servants, long-serving employees, those promoted to administrative officer, and outstanding public servants in proactive administration. Encouragement funds were also awarded to departments with heavy workloads.
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