Jang Donghyuk Visits Air Force Academy: "Furious Over Hasty Military Academy Integration... Will Definitely Stop It"

On September 7, Jang Dong-hyuk, leader of the People Power Party, stated, "I cannot help but feel anger at the fact that the plan to integrate the three military academies (Army, Navy, and Air Force), an issue directly tied to the security and fate of the Republic of Korea, is being pushed through so hastily." He further added, "Together with many soldiers, cadets, and veterans, we will do everything we can to stop this integration."

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That afternoon, Jang visited the Korea Air Force Academy in Cheongju, North Chungcheong Province, and emphasized, "Words cannot fully express how reckless the proposal to merge the three military academies is, and just how much of a threat it poses to our future." Jang is a graduate of the Air Force Officer Training School and previously served as an instructor at the Academy.

He went on to say, "Starting in 1995, I began my military career as an instructor at the Air Force Academy. Returning here after 30 years brings back a mix of feelings, but given the times, my heart is also heavy." He continued, "This must be a moment of great disappointment for the cadets as well, and a time for serious reflection on where the Republic of Korea is heading."

Regarding the government's push for integration, Jang said, "As a politician, I feel sorry and ashamed for how the many soldiers who have protected our country must feel." He also said, "I will take the lead to ensure the security and national defense of the Republic of Korea are on the right path, and fight alongside you."

Im Jongdeuk, People Power Party secretary for the National Defense Committee, who accompanied Jang, commented, "The integration of the three military academies is a matter that requires extreme caution. I am angered by the Ministry of National Defense and the Lee Jaemyung administration for ignoring proper procedures despite strong public opposition." He added, "We will firmly oppose and stop this plan."

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