The Democratic Party on August 13 called for comprehensive support from the National Assembly for the real estate supply measures to be announced by the Lee Jae-myung government, while urging proactive cooperation from Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon and the People Power Party.
Acting Party Leader Han Byeong-do stated during a policy coordination meeting at the National Assembly that the government’s real estate measures are set to be announced today, adding, "The Democratic Party will hold a general meeting of lawmakers immediately after the announcement to gather a wide range of opinions from our members."
Han emphasized the need to activate relevant committees, including the Land, Infrastructure and Transport Committee, the Political Affairs Committee, and the Finance and Economy Committee, to ensure the smooth progress of legislative tasks related to supply, finance, and taxation. He called on the People Power Party and Mayor Oh to join in a "grand cooperation for the stability of citizens' housing."
Policy Committee Chair Han Jeong-ae also stated, "The Democratic Party will examine whether the measures for expanding supply, effectiveness, and support for youth and actual homeowners are adequately prepared," and pledged that the National Assembly would do its utmost to process related bills for prompt supply.
Floor Strategy Chief Cheon Jun-ho criticized the People Power Party, saying, "While emphasizing the importance of real estate supply, they are blocking the necessary legislation," and stressed the need for an expedited plenary session. He warned, "For the government’s supply measures to work, follow-up legislation is essential. It is absurd for the People Power Party to demand an increase in supply speed while obstructing bill processing. If they continue to use people's livelihoods as a bargaining chip in political disputes, the Democratic Party will utilize all available means to respond."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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