The People Power Party urged on the 9th that the police should swiftly investigate allegations of false fact dissemination related to Democratic Party of Korea-affiliated Gangwon Governor Woo Sang-ho’s AI Data Center (AIDC) attraction. Governor Woo claimed during the June 3 local elections that the attraction of a 70 trillion Korean won AI Data Center had been finalized, but after taking office, he reportedly changed his stance to suggest it had not yet been confirmed. Last month, the People Power Party’s Party Audit Committee and others filed a complaint with the police over these allegations.
People Power Party Representative Lee Chul-gyu stated at a National Assembly press conference that day, “While the Gangwon Provincial Police Agency is investigating, it remains sluggish with no seizure or search conducted,” and demanded, “We ask for a thorough investigation under strict legal standards and immediate referral of the case.” The press conference was attended by former Gwangju High Prosecutors’ Office chief Oh Sae-in, the legal representative for the complaint.
They argued, “During the local elections, Governor Woo claimed success in attracting the Gangneung AIDC and stated that a final agreement had been reached with the top owner of one of the country’s five major conglomerates,” adding, “He repeatedly announced that this would create 70 trillion Korean won in investment and 200,000 new jobs.” They continued, “However, after his election, Governor Woo changed his...
The People Power Party urged on the 9th that the police should swiftly investigate allegations of false fact dissemination related to Democratic Party of Korea-affiliated Gangwon Governor Woo Sang...