The article discusses the South Korean government's continued push for nuclear energy, despite public safety concerns stemming from historical nuclear disasters like Fukushima.
The article marks the 15th anniversary of the Fukushima nuclear disaster, detailing the shift in global perceptions regarding nuclear energy safety. It highlights how, despite the evident risks that catastrophic events impose on local communities, South Korea's energy policy appears to be regressing under the current government led by President Yoon Suk-yeol, which supports the extension of old nuclear plants and the construction of new ones. The article notes that the incoming government led by Lee Jae-myung is continuing these policies, thereby questioning the sincerity of public safety concerns.
