Song Doo-hwan has been appointed as the new standing committee chair of the Special Investigation Committee for the Truth Regarding the Itaewon Crowd Crush and Measures for Preventing Recurrence. He acknowledged the significant responsibility of the position and vowed to dedicate his efforts to fulfilling its duties. The committee is tasked with investigating the circumstances surrounding the October 29th tragedy in Itaewon, Seoul, which resulted in over 150 deaths. Song’s appointment follows previous delays and challenges in establishing a fully functioning committee. He emphasized a commitment to uncovering the truth and implementing measures to prevent similar incidents in the future. The committee will focus on a comprehensive investigation into the causes of the disaster and potential failures in crowd control and emergency response. This appointment signals a renewed push for accountability and transparency regarding the tragic event.