Basic Income Party calls for ban on lawmakers doubling as ministers after Yong exit
Korea JoongAng Daily
The Basic Income Party reversed its stance and called for a law to prevent lawmakers from serving as Cabinet ministers after its nominee, Yong Hye-in, withdrew her nomination amid controversy over holding both roles. The party now urges the ruling Democratic Party to amend the National Assembly Act to prohibit all lawmakers from concurrently serving as ministers, emphasizing the need for checks and balances between branches of government. Party leader Oh Jun-ho also called for electoral reform to reduce reliance on satellite parties and strengthen the link between votes and representation.
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