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The Office of the President, led by Ha Hyun-kyung, recently expressed the importance of effectively utilizing the "golden sesame soil" in Seoul's Goyang Park. Speaking to TV조선's 'News Parade', Ha stressed that determining how to best utilize this vast area is crucial. The current opposition to housing supply through the park is noteworthy, and she emphasized the need to consider it as a potential housing site.

Ha noted that while parks offer significant benefits when frequently used, the Goyang Children's Park tends to attract fewer visitors. She also pointed out the high costs involved in removing pollution from the land, likening it to the expenses incurred in transforming Central Park. However, she clarified that constructing housing there does not negate the park's existence.

Instead, she believes a balance should be struck between being a park and providing affordable housing for young families, stating that privately selling the homes is unlikely to be a viable solution.

Responding to the differing opinions voiced during the previous National Security Council meeting, Ha clarified that the government does not oppose reconstruction or redevelopment efforts. However, he cautioned against raising property values without considering the impact on the rental market. Regarding the cancellation measures, he expressed the government's efforts to increase housing supply in the short term.