Lee says his social media activity aims to hear from people, vows continued outreach
President Lee Jae Myung said Thursday his frequent social network activity aims to hear more from people, while vowing to keep Cabinet meetings open to the public to win people's trust. Lee made the remarks in the first pre-filmed episode of his new YouTube talk show, "President's Y," launched Thursday as part of his efforts to communicate his policies and thoughts to the public. The president…
President Lee Jae Myung asserts that his active presence on social media is intended to gather input from citizens and maintain transparency by opening Cabinet meetings to the public. In his inaugural pre-recorded segment of the YouTube talk show, "President's Y," Lee addressed the recent controversy surrounding his frequent social media usage, emphasizing his commitment to fostering trust with the public.
The controversy arose from concerns that his social media activities might expose him to potential risks, such as making unwise posts or engaging in disputes online. However, Lee defended his approach, comparing it to visiting public spaces to interact with people and suggesting that discussing policy matters on social media can help generate the necessary discussions for effective policymaking.
He stated, "I will utilize (social network) frequently. I will make even greater use of them." Regarding the weekly Cabinet meetings, which are broadcast live unless specified otherwise, Lee highlighted the importance of maintaining open communication channels with the public.
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