Kim Min-seok, the leader of the Democratic Party, stated on October 2 that the official launch of the Major Crime Investigation Agency (MCIA) and the Prosecution Service marks the completion of prosecutorial reform. He emphasized the need to promptly review relevant laws to establish a criminal justice system that separates investigation and prosecution.
During a Supreme Council meeting held at the National Assembly, Kim expressed gratitude for the public's support for prosecutorial reform, saying, "The era of the prosecutor's office has come to an end, and the MCIA and Prosecution Service system is beginning. The Democratic Party will work swiftly to establish relevant laws and organizational structures to ensure the new system takes root."
He also announced plans to reform the police organization, which will inherit the investigative powers previously held by the prosecutor's office. "We will enhance the investigative capabilities of the police and create a system of checks and controls over their investigative powers. We will root out various issues such as favoritism, case concealment, unauthorized case closures, and leaks of investigative information," he warned.
Kim referenced a recently announced strategic investment project with the United States, pledging to continuously monitor the outcomes of these investment negotiations to ensure they translate into tangible national benefits.
He noted, "The announced plan aims to expand economic cooperation by combining the strengths of both countries without increasing the tariff burden on our companies. I believe it is fortunate that we have reduced investment risks and established safety measures. We have secured equal distribution of profits until the principal and interest of the investment are recovered, and we have also obtained consent rights on significant matters affecting the investment. I appreciate the efforts of the government in these negotiations."
Furthermore, he stated, "The party and government will continuously monitor the results of this negotiation to ensure it leads to economic development and enhances the competitiveness of our companies, while also striving to maintain the 'commercial rationality' emphasized consistently throughout the negotiation process." He urged the opposition to cease unfounded political attacks that undermine national interests.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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