Lee Jae-myung responds to anti-China rallies in various parts of South Korea: damaging the country's image, should take thorough measures

According to the "Hankyeong Shinmun" and Yonhap News Agency, in response to recent anti-Chinese demonstrations and discrimination against foreigners in South Korea, President Lee Jae-myung on the 12th local time pointed out that such incidents damage the image of South Korea. Necessary measures should be taken thoroughly to prevent them from happening again.

On that day, Lee Jae-myung chaired a cabinet meeting in Seoul. In his opening speech, Lee Jae-myung mentioned, "Recently, there seem to be frequent cases of hatred, discrimination, and violence against foreigners or socially vulnerable groups." Regarding the recent anti-China rallies in various parts of South Korea, Lee Jae-myung criticized, "This is an act of hate demonstration that exceeds the boundaries of freedom of speech, filled with insults and violence."

"I hope everyone thinks about how other countries would view the Republic of Korea when they see such scenes," he added, "Such behavior is completely incompatible with South Korea's status as a democratic country that values diversity and inclusiveness."

Lee Jae-myung also specifically emphasized to the relevant departments, "If necessary, please formulate institutional supplementary measures."

Previously, the Chinese Embassy in South Korea issued a statement on July 9 reminding Chinese citizens (in) South Korea to strengthen safety precautions.

The embassy stated that recently, South Korea successfully held the presidential election, and China expressed its congratulations, wishing South Korea to achieve stability, development, and prosperity. The exchanges and cooperation between China and South Korea in all fields are increasing, which is in line with the common interests of the two countries. Unfortunately, some political forces in South Korea have fabricated so-called "Chinese interference in the South Korean election" to accuse and smear China, and China firmly opposes this. Some people have recently held anti-China rallies and parades in areas where Chinese tourists gather, such as Myeong-dong in Seoul, and it cannot be ruled out that some individuals may take extreme actions. The Chinese Embassy in South Korea has made serious representations to the South Korean side, requiring the South Korean side to take measures to ensure the personal safety of Chinese citizens.

The Chinese Embassy in South Korea also reminded Chinese citizens and Chinese tourists in South Korea to closely monitor the local situation and security conditions in South Korea, enhance their awareness of self-protection; understand and abide by South Korean laws and regulations, pay attention to the information on political gatherings and parades released by the South Korean police, and actively stay away from them; effectively strengthen safety precautions, remain calm when encountering unexpected situations, report to the police in time and pay attention to collecting and preserving evidence, and try to avoid verbal or physical conflicts to ensure their own safety. If necessary, respond through legal means.

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