"By-election Results, Seriously Accept the People's Rebuke... Will Approach with a Humble Attitude" (Comprehensive)

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[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Ji-eun] President Moon Jae-in stated that he solemnly accepts the public's criticism regarding the April 7 by-elections and will approach state affairs with a humble attitude.

On the 8th, Blue House spokesperson Kang Min-seok said, "President Moon solemnly accepts the public's criticism related to the by-elections and stated that he will approach state affairs with an even more humble attitude and a heavier sense of responsibility."

President Moon also said, "I will devote myself to realizing the public's urgent demands such as overcoming COVID-19, economic recovery, stabilizing people's livelihoods, and eradicating real estate corruption."

However, the possibility of changes in the real estate policy direction, which was the cause of the election defeat, was virtually dismissed. A key Blue House official said, "President Moon judged that overcoming COVID-19, economic recovery and stabilizing people's livelihoods, and eradicating real estate corruption are the urgent demands of the public revealed through this election," adding, "The efforts to realize the public's urgent demands will continue unwaveringly."