Choi Jae-hyung, Asked About Presidential Run Speculation, Says "Will Organize My Thoughts and Respond Soon"

"I Will Address Rumors and Speculations in the Media and Political Circles" Reported

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[Asia Economy Reporter Hyunju Lee] Choi Jae-hyung, the head of the Board of Audit and Inspection who has recently been mentioned as a presidential candidate from the opposition, said on the 18th, "I will organize my thoughts and reveal them soon."

On the same day, at the plenary meeting of the Legislation and Judiciary Committee, when Choi Kang-wook, a member of the Uri Party, asked, "Is it appropriate for someone in a fixed-term position to be talked about as running for president?" Choi replied, "I am aware of rumors and speculation in the media and political circles regarding my recent whereabouts and whether I should take on a different role," and said he would clarify his position soon.

Choi explained, "In fact, political neutrality and independence of duties are the core of the Board of Audit and Inspection," adding, "Sometimes even the employees of the Board find it difficult because of this."

When asked, "Is it desirable for heads of constitutional institutions, the head of the Board of Audit and Inspection, or the Prosecutor General to run for election immediately after finishing their duties?" he answered, "I think there are various judgments."