Han Seong-sook, the Prime Minister of South Korea, announced plans to establish a Police Reform Committee and a promotion team within the Prime Minister's Office to align with the expanded powers and responsibilities of the police following judicial reforms.
During the 41st Cabinet meeting held at the Government Sejong Center on September 22, Han stated, "In the new criminal justice system, the role and responsibility of the police are extremely important. We will establish a Police Reform Committee and a promotion team in the Prime Minister's Office to create a responsible and fair law enforcement system."
She added, "We will ensure that the police can regain the trust of the public and transform into a people's police," urging relevant ministries, including the Ministry of Justice and the Ministry of the Interior and Safety, to expedite the implementation of the new system and develop police reform measures.
Han also mentioned the upcoming launch of the Serious Crimes Investigation Agency and the Prosecution Service on October 2, noting that the criminal justice system will undergo a major overhaul for the first time in 78 years. She emphasized that the fundamental principle of prosecutorial reform, the separation of investigation and prosecution, must solely aim to protect the rights and interests of the public.
She urged that while separating powers to prevent abuse, there must be organic cooperation between agencies to focus more on human rights and victim protection, stressing that there should be no gaps in protecting the public's rights during the reform process.
The Cabinet meeting also discussed plans for public discourse on nuclear power. Han pointed out that the demand for electricity is surging due to the spread of artificial intelligence (AI) and the promotion of advanced industries, stating that measures will be taken to efficiently utilize nuclear power alongside the expansion of renewable energy.
She said, "Through a transparent and fair public discourse process, we will unify the public's opinion on nuclear power policy," adding that it should serve as a constructive and trustworthy forum to gather wisdom for future energy supply.
Regarding President Yoon Suk-yeol's attendance at the United Nations General Assembly and his state visit to Mexico, Han instructed relevant ministries to swiftly implement follow-up measures to ensure that the outcomes of diplomatic efforts lead to overseas expansion for domestic companies and job creation.
She also emphasized safety measures for the upcoming Chuseok holiday, stating, "We will operate situation rooms in various sectors during the holiday to ensure that there are no inconveniences in transportation, public safety, and healthcare for the public."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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