South Korean Prime Minister Han Seung-soo stated on July 7 that the government will ensure freedom of expression for legitimate criticism and diverse opinions while firmly addressing clear false information and illegal activities under the newly implemented Cybersecurity Law.
Han made these remarks during a State Council meeting held at the Government Seoul Complex.
He noted that online platforms serve as spaces for communication and public discourse, playing a crucial role in the advancement of democracy.
However, he acknowledged that as the online realm expands, the negative effects of illegal activities, such as the spread of false and manipulated information, are also increasing. He explained that the purpose of the recent amendment is to minimize these adverse effects.
Han urged relevant agencies, including the Ministry of Science and ICT, to ensure the smooth implementation of the amendment and requested that they clearly explain the specific changes to the public with relatable examples.
Additionally, he emphasized the need for the government to remain vigilant to minimize damage from heavy rain, stating that the primary goal of disaster response is the safety and lives of citizens.
He stressed that no citizen should lose their life due to such disasters and urged relevant departments, including the Ministry of the Interior and Safety and the Ministry of Environment, to work closely with local governments to thoroughly inspect and reinforce areas vulnerable to flooding, such as underground roads, semi-basement homes, and landslide-prone regions.
Han also mentioned that reports on the progress and challenges related to the eradication of technology theft from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) will be presented. He noted that addressing technology theft is a critical task he received as the Minister of SMEs and Startups during a State Council meeting with the President. He described technology theft as a serious crime that undermines the innovative spirit of SMEs.
According to investigation results, there were 474 cases of technology theft in 2024, with an average loss of 2.3 billion won per case. He explained that the government plans to strengthen penalties for theft and restrictions on public bidding, as well as establish guidelines for assessing damages to ensure that affected companies receive adequate compensation.
Han made these remarks during a State Council meeting held at the Government Seoul Complex.
He noted that online platforms serve as spaces for communication and public discourse, playing a crucial role in the advancement of democracy.
However, he acknowledged that as the online realm expands, the negative effects of illegal activities, such as the spread of false and manipulated information, are also increasing. He explained that the purpose of the recent amendment is to minimize these adverse effects.
Han urged relevant agencies, including the Ministry of Science and ICT, to ensure the smooth implementation of the amendment and requested that they clearly explain the specific changes to the public with relatable examples.
Additionally, he emphasized the need for the government to remain vigilant to minimize damage from heavy rain, stating that the primary goal of disaster response is the safety and lives of citizens.
He stressed that no citizen should lose their life due to such disasters and urged relevant departments, including the Ministry of the Interior and Safety and the Ministry of Environment, to work closely with local governments to thoroughly inspect and reinforce areas vulnerable to flooding, such as underground roads, semi-basement homes, and landslide-prone regions.
Han also mentioned that reports on the progress and challenges related to the eradication of technology theft from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) will be presented. He noted that addressing technology theft is a critical task he received as the Minister of SMEs and Startups during a State Council meeting with the President. He described technology theft as a serious crime that undermines the innovative spirit of SMEs.
According to investigation results, there were 474 cases of technology theft in 2024, with an average loss of 2.3 billion won per case. He explained that the government plans to strengthen penalties for theft and restrictions on public bidding, as well as establish guidelines for assessing damages to ensure that affected companies receive adequate compensation.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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