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| President Yoon Suk Yeol smiles during his visit to the press room of the presidential office in Yongsan District, Seoul, Wednesday. Courtesy of presidential office |
By Nam Hyun-woo
President Yoon Suk Yeol greeted reporters covering the presidential office on the occasion of the 1st anniversary of his presidency, Wednesday, but did not hold an official press conference or take questions on state affairs.
The president visited the press room at the presidential office in the afternoon and exchanged greetings with reporters, briefly saying, "Thank you."
After shaking hands with reporters, Yoon made a short remark to reporters and asked them for "constructive criticism and accurate reporting" to help the government find the right direction.
"Thanks to your support and valuable insights which were helpful in our work for national progress during the past year, we were able to carry out our work reasonably well," Yoon said.
"I hope that the media will accurately point out any shortcomings and provide us with valuable advice when we are heading in the wrong direction or when we are either too slow or too fast in making actions. We kindly ask you to guide our government effectively through your constructive criticism and accurate reporting," he added.
Yoon did not give a clear answer to a question about the possible resumption of his daily impromptu interview sessions with reporters, which were suspended after a quarrel with a critical media. "We will work hard anyways," he said and did not receive additional questions.
Yoon visited the press room unexpectedly following an unscheduled meeting with reporters during his appearance at the opening event of a children's park last week. Yoon has not held an official press conference since August of last year marking his 100th day in office, although he spoke to reporters at joint press conferences after summits with foreign leaders.
Before visiting the press room, Yoon had a luncheon with the leadership of the ruling People Power Party, including Chairman Kim Gi-hyeon, and paid a visit to the Seoul National Cemetery.
On the visitors' book, Yoon wrote: "Together with the great people, I will create a country that embodies freedom and innovation and responsibly contributes to world peace and prosperity."
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| President Yoon Suk Yeol leaves a message on the visitors' book of the Seoul National Cemetery in Dongjak District, Seoul, Wednesday, the 1st anniversary of his presidency. Courtesy of presidential office |
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