문 대통령, 23번째 양성평등 주간 맞아, 국무회의서 '성폭력 더 강력대응 필요'<br /><br /> President Moon Jae-in chaired his regular cabinet meeting this morning.<br />The liberal leader expressed his determination to put an end to sexual assaults and discrimination in the nation.<br />Hwang Hojun has the highlights from that session. <br /> Not enough is being done to promote gender equality and root out sexual violence in our society.<br />That was South Korean President Moon Jae-in's message as he chaired a weekly meeting of his Cabinet on Tuesday... as the nation marks the 23rd gender equality week.<br /><br /> "The Korean people continue to urge us to build a sound nation, a fair nation, a nation free of discrimination. We will have failed to meet the demands of the people if we fail to eradicate deeply-rooted gender discrimination and sexual violence and build a democratic society where gender equality prevails."<br /><br /> He said that the Cabinet would be discussing additional and stronger measures to combat sexual harassment and ensure gender equality, but also pointed out that a lack of measures is not the real issue.<br /><br /> "What is more important is that we thoroughly implement the existing measures rather than seeking new ones."<br /><br /> The South Korean leader said implementing those steps cannot be left only to the Ministry of Gender Equality and Family; rather, fighting sexual violence and discrimination will require the combined efforts of all branches of government,... so that fairness and equality can be implemented in all workplaces.<br /><br /> Also, President Moon called for the government to be fully prepared to respond to any emergency and minimize damage as Typhoon Prapiroon passes through the Korea Strait.<br /> He urged his ministers to be on full alert until the typhoon completely dissipates, and to cooperate with local governments to quickly deal with any damage that has already been done.<br />Hwang Hojun Arirang News. <br />
