Mar 11 β€’ 02:23 UTC πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Korea Hankyoreh (KR)

Jang Dong-hyuk Speaks After Three Days: 'The Resolution is the Position of the People Power Party'

Jang Dong-hyuk of the People Power Party stated that the resolution from the recent parliamentary meeting represents the party's official position.

Jang Dong-hyuk, the leader of the People Power Party (PPP), finally addressed the media on November 11, confirming that the resolution agreed upon by 107 party members during a parliamentary session on November 8 is the official stance of the party. This resolution, which emphasizes discipline within the party, comes after a period of silence from Jang regarding its implications. He emphasized the need for unity ahead of upcoming local elections, suggesting that the position expressed during the parliamentary meeting should be the final word for the party.

In his statements to reporters, Jang noted that before the resolution was reached, there were extensive discussions among party leadership and members to consolidate opinions and formulate a coherent message. He refrained from detailing the internal discussions leading up to the resolution, as he believes that revealing such procedural debates could spark further controversy within the party ranks. Jang underlined the necessity for the party to focus on the resolution while addressing the importance of acting in the best interest of the party during crucial upcoming elections.

Although Jang acknowledged the existence of various discussions surrounding possible follow-up actions that were not included in the resolution, he remained non-committal on specific issues such as agreeing to disciplinary measures or the potential for personnel changes. His cautious approach indicates a desire to maintain stability within the party while navigating these complex discussions.

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