Korea: Ecology or Economy?

Korea: Ecology or Economy?
Both of our Catholic newspapers this week carried the story of 1,104 priests and 5 bishops who signed a statement in opposition to the government’s 4-River Project, and agreed to continue the protest until the project is stopped. (Maryknoll priests, Catholic American Eyes in Korea)

Opposition is gathering momentum and includes most of the religious groups in the country. Catholics promised to have Masses and sit-in protests at construction sites and to join the national campaign against the project and support, in the June nationwide local elections, political candidates who are against the project.

The government’s response is to stress the benefits of the project: more water during times of drought, no flood damage or pollution, better water quality, more attractive sites and towns along the rivers, bicycle paths, river travel, more parks and places of amusement and entertainment. During and after construction many jobs will be created and when the project is completed the proposed changes are expected to bolster tourism and provide a needed stimulus to the economy.

FULL STORY

Ecology or Economy? (Catholic American Eyes in Korea)
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