Park Geun-hye Gives 20-Minute Lecture at People Power Party Workshop

She warned that if a minority party gives up first, thinking there is nothing it can do, the public will also give up on that party. She added that the current difficulties should be seen as a process of building strength to achieve great things for the people and the nation.

She pointed out the need to be wary of North Korea's attempts to claim a 'two states' theory and gain recognition as a nuclear-weapon state. She stressed that in such a crisis, the conservative People Power Party must adopt an even more responsible stance on national security than the ruling party to prevent any security vacuum.

Former President Park pointed out the gap between economic recovery shown in figures like increased exports and the economy actually felt by the public. She emphasized that an economic recovery not felt by the people cannot be considered a true recovery. She stressed that the economy is not merely about numbers but about embracing the lives of the people, urging for practical policy measures.

Former President Park called for the party to unite around its leadership, especially during difficult times. She also requested that the leadership, in these challenging times, accurately discern the will of the people and guide the party. She further highlighted that the party's struggle can bear fruit, citing the achievement of the special counsel investigation into the National Election Commission.

Former President Park stated that when making political decisions, the nation should be prioritized over individual thoughts. She also emphasized that the lives of the people should come before minor intra-party interests, and the future of the Republic of Korea should be prioritized over political expediency. She made it clear that adhering to these principles is the way forward for a conservative party.

She clarified that strengthening national security and caring for the public's economy are the fundamental roles of a conservative party.

She emphasized that current difficulties should rather be viewed as a process of building strength for greater tasks, stating that this is a time to overcome challenges through patience and effort.

Former President Park stressed that national security should never be a subject of political contention. She pointed out the need to be wary of North Korea's ambition to claim a 'two states' theory and gain recognition as a nuclear-weapon state. She urged that in such a crisis, the conservative People Power Party must adopt an even more responsible stance on security than the ruling party.

She stressed the importance of economic recovery that is actually felt by the people, beyond the recovery of economic indicators like increased exports, and urged caution against evaluation solely based on figures.

Former President Park emphasized that the future of the Republic of Korea comes before political expediency. She stressed that the lives of the people should be prioritized over minor intra-party interests, and the nation should come before individual thoughts. This indicated the correct direction the party should take.

She stated that the power to maintain peace lies in deterrence, and urged the government to instill confidence in the public regarding security.

Former President Park criticized the current government's economic perception, stating that an economic recovery not felt by the people cannot be considered a true economic recovery. She emphasized that even if export and domestic demand indicators improve, it is meaningless if the public does not feel real changes in their lives, and clarified that the economy should be about embracing the lives of the people, not numbers.

She emphasized the importance of unity by highlighting that the special counsel investigation into the National Election Commission was the result of the struggle of party members. She reiterated that the nation comes before individual thoughts, the lives of the people come before minor intra-party interests, and the future of the Republic of Korea should come before political expediency.

She warned that if there is division in a situation where they are already struggling against a majority, the outcome of the fight is obvious. She urged that while diverse opinions are allowed, mutual hatred and antagonism should not occur, stressing the importance of intra-party harmony.

She stated that in such a crisis, the conservative People Power Party must adopt an even more responsible stance on national security than the ruling party. She emphasized that security is the foundation of all economic policies, and deterrence against war is the greatest power.

She reiterated that the economy is not merely about numbers but about embracing the lives of the people, stressing that real changes that directly impact the public's lives are crucial.

Through this, she reminded that fair elections are fundamental to democracy.

Former President Park warned that if a minority party gives up first, thinking there is nothing it can do, the public will also give up on that party. She explained that current difficulties are a process of building strength to achieve great things for the people and the nation, emphasizing the need to overcome this period and gain greater power.

She stated that vigilance must not be relaxed regarding North Korea's attempts to gain recognition as a nuclear-weapon state, and that winning without fighting is most important. She stressed that there is no partisan divide in security, and it is an issue that everyone must approach with responsibility.

She mentioned the achievement of the special counsel investigation into the National Election Commission, re-emphasizing that the party's struggle had borne fruit.

She emphasized that reform and innovation should not be grand slogans but closely connected to the lives of the people. She stated that efforts to solve problems from the public's perspective with sincerity are needed.

Former President Park warned that if a minority party gives up first, thinking there is nothing it can do, the public will also give up. She stated that current difficulties should be accepted as a painful time to build strength for greater tasks. She re-emphasized the importance of unity, stressing that if the party is divided, regaining power will be impossible.

She stated that there is no shortcut to gaining trust, and the best way is to act with sincerity for the people in whatever one does. She reiterated the importance of trust, stressing that a political party is an assembly of comrades with shared beliefs, and without faith, a party cannot exist.