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MBK's Kim Byung-ju skips again
Summons order set for review

Deadline Deadline October 23 · Scheduled re-attendance date for SMEs Ministry comprehensive audit
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In short

Parliament summoned MBK Partners Chairman Kim Byung-ju to a parliamentary audit over Homeplus payment issues.

Chairman Kim refused to attend the audit for the second time.

Parliament will review issuing a summons order on the 23rd.

Key facts

WhenThe matter will be discussed again at the Ministry of SMEs and Startups' comprehensive audit on the 23rd.
WhoMBK Partners Chairman Kim Byung-ju and the National Assembly's Industry, Trade, Resources and SMEs Committee.
WhatChairman Kim again refused to appear as a witness regarding Homeplus support and damages to merchants.
HowIf absent, issuing a summons order and filing contempt of parliament charges are under review.

What it means for me

Homeplus suppliers and retailers face growing concerns over delayed payments.