Proposal for Disaster Basic Income as a Solution to COVID-19... But Emphasis on Cautious Approach from Cheongwadae
[Asia Economy reporters Ryu Jeong-min and Son Seon-hee] A Blue House official clarified on the 9th during a meeting with reporters that regarding the "disaster basic income," which has been mentioned as a solution to the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19), "It is not about saying whether it is right or wrong."
The Blue House official said, "The concept of disaster basic income itself is not the goal, but rather the government's effort to solve the current very difficult livelihood issues and a plan on what additional measures should be taken," adding, "However, I cannot say that the government is currently reviewing it."
Earlier, a Blue House official stated, "I think we need to pay attention to the fact that the proposal for disaster basic income could only arise because the current livelihood situation is very difficult," and "I understand that such a proposal was made as one of the measures to resolve the difficult livelihood situation."
Regarding this explanation, there was speculation that the Blue House might have a positive view on the introduction of disaster basic income, but this was clarified. The Blue House official explained, "The ultimate goal that disaster basic income seeks is what the government's measures are to overcome the current difficult economic situation and the COVID-19 situation, and what effective measures are. Isn't that more important?" adding, "I hope there is no misunderstanding. That is the context in which I made my remarks."
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