A new survey conducted by Seoul-based research firm Realmeter, and cited by the Journal, found that 56% of South Koreans view enacting the tightest restrictions as a “necessary measure” to stop the virus. Meanwhile, 40% of those surveyed urged caution because of the economic impact. Opposition lawmakers have also criticized the government and say that it is moving too slowly to contain the virus.
South Korea’s president, Moon Jae-in, is resisting calls to implement Level Three restrictions. Officials in the Moon administration say the reason for restraint is the potential damage to the country’s economy.
“Our daily lives will come to a stop, employment will collapse and we will have to endure immense economic damage,” Moon said in a meeting this past week when discussing the consequences of implementing the highest level of social distancing restrictions.
Source: gizmodo.com
