South Korea's Ministry of Justice plans to install air conditioning in prison corridors, costing approximately US$779,000, to protect inmates and staff from extreme heat. The system will primarily target areas housing vulnerable populations like the elderly and those with medical conditions, as well as some overcrowded women's units. Despite the ministry's justification of it being a minimal measure for safety, the plan has faced significant public backlash, with critics deeming it a wasteful use of taxpayer funds for criminals. AI
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