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Mon, 06/27/2011 - 06:01
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Defense minister calls for discipline among commanders
Defense Minister Kim Kwan-jin on Monday called for stricter discipline among military commanders and other officials, saying battling corruption is equally as important as fighting enemies on the field.
Chairing a meeting of some 120 military commanders and heads of defense-related agencies, Kim said the armed forces needs to straighten up.
"In order to develop ourselves into advanced forces and to earn trust and respect of the people, we must eradicate corruption," Kim said at the start of the meeting. "Rooting out corruption presents us with another battle, and high-ranking officers and other key officials must show their determination."
In a statement, the defense ministry noted that the defense industry is ripe with possibilities of corruption, such as in construction and arms procurement. It said it will form a new body, in partnership with the military police, prosecution and the Defense Security Command, to better deal with corruption.
The ministry also said its inspection bureau will tighten the screening of decision-making processes and review major contracts and other documents for irregularities before final approval.
The ministry will offer classes for all of its employees plus military commanders susceptible to corruption next month, and invite outside experts for lectures to raise awareness of corruption.
Chairing a meeting of some 120 military commanders and heads of defense-related agencies, Kim said the armed forces needs to straighten up.
"In order to develop ourselves into advanced forces and to earn trust and respect of the people, we must eradicate corruption," Kim said at the start of the meeting. "Rooting out corruption presents us with another battle, and high-ranking officers and other key officials must show their determination."
In a statement, the defense ministry noted that the defense industry is ripe with possibilities of corruption, such as in construction and arms procurement. It said it will form a new body, in partnership with the military police, prosecution and the Defense Security Command, to better deal with corruption.
The ministry also said its inspection bureau will tighten the screening of decision-making processes and review major contracts and other documents for irregularities before final approval.
The ministry will offer classes for all of its employees plus military commanders susceptible to corruption next month, and invite outside experts for lectures to raise awareness of corruption.
