I will order the truth of this incident be revealed through all possible means and measures, including an investigation, and hold those responsible strictly accountable. If necessary, we have to make sure to uncover the truth and improve the system even through a parliamentary investigation or a special prosecutor probe.
Commenting on ballot shortages in local elections
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The culture ministry, the interior ministry and other agencies should cooperate with local governments and make sure to manage large crowds.
Some 260,000 people attended the Gwanghwamun concert back in March, and a large attendance is expected this time as well.
We also have to make sure to prevent and crack down on such illicit practices as accommodation rip-offs and scalped tickets.
"We should have been more sensitive to such issues and should've responded more quickly to come up with solutions, but we couldn't. It was truly regrettable and it reinforced our sense of responsibility,"
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