Rep. Park Jiwon of the Democratic Party talked about the expiration of NewJeans Hanni's visa during the National Assembly's Legislation and Judiciary Committee meeting.
During the plenary session held at the National Assembly on the 12th, questions were raised regarding the expiration of NewJeans Hanni's visa, who is now part of the group rebranded as NJZ.
Rep. Park Jiwoo asked the Minister of Justice, Kim Seokwoo, saying, "Do you know the famous idol group NewJeans? One of the members, Hanni, is at risk of becoming an illegal immigrant and getting kicked out of the country. What actions are being taken?"
In response, Kim Seokwoo replied, "I am aware of the issue. Our team is currently reviewing the matter, and I will look into it closely.”
Rep. Park said, "The people are already annoyed with the current export situation, so I hope the Ministry of Justice handles this matter well so that idols can continue their activities without any legal issues."
On the 11th, it was reported that Hanni refused to sign documents prepared by ADOR to extend her visa. ADOR's representative declined to comment on the matter, saying, "I can't confirm this."
Hanni, who holds dual citizenship in Australia and Vietnam, needs to obtain an E-6 (Arts and Entertainment) visa, which is issued under the condition of employment by her agency, in order to engage in entertainment activities in South Korea. Her visa reportedly expired in early February. Although she can stay in South Korea as a party involved in a lawsuit, she cannot engage in entertainment activities. It is speculated that NewJeans may be unable to perform as a full group in South Korea for the time being.
https://m.entertain.naver.com/article/009/0005442710
-...?? Why are they even talking about this?
-.....? Why is this such a big deal? Do idols really need this kind of intervention? This is getting ridiculous.
-Why bring that up in the Judiciary Committee? Tsk tsk.
-I was honestly confused when Hanni was suddenly mentioned. It didn’t even sound like they knew what they were talking about.
-This is not the time for you all to be concerned about this.
-Is this really something that should be discussed in the Judiciary Committee? Grandpa, this is not right.
-Grandpa, don’t cross the line.
-They’re not NewJeans anymore...
-Just leave Hanni alone.
-Hanni will figure it out herself, so mind your own business.
-That’s not the issue right now.
-You're a member of the National Assembly, do something more relevant to your position;;;;;;;
-Rep. Park Jiwon, that's not important right now.
-Is this really the time to be worrying about idols? Tsk tsk.
-How about focusing on politics instead..?
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