Cha Eun-woo of ASTRO apologizes for causing concern over tax issues, reflecting on his responsibilities and commitment to resolve them.
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ASTRO's Cha Eun-woo commented on a series of incidents. Yesterday (26th), through his SNS, Cha Eun-woo said, "Recently, I have caused many people concern and disappointment regarding various matters related to me, and I sincerely apologize." He added, "This incident has prompted me to reflect deeply on whether my attitude towards my duty to pay taxes as a citizen of Korea has been sufficiently strict." He explained regarding the suspicion that he enlisted to avoid tax evasion allegations, "It was never an intentional choice to avoid this controversy. Last year, I found myself in a situation where I could no longer postpone my military enlistment, and I had to enlist without completing the tax investigation procedures." He also stated, "However, this is also a misunderstanding arising from my immaturity, so I feel a deep sense of responsibility." He continued, "I will respond sincerely to the upcoming tax-related procedures. I will humbly accept the results based on the final judgment from the relevant authorities and fulfill the responsibilities that come with it." He added, "In the future, I will look at myself more strictly and live with a greater sense of responsibility to repay the love I have received so far." On the 22nd of this month, it was reported that Cha Eun-woo was thoroughly investigated by the Seoul Regional Tax Office last year for suspected tax evasion and was notified of additional tax assessments exceeding 2 billion won (approximately 20 million yen). It is said that Cha Eun-woo's side is currently requesting a review of the appropriateness of the tax assessment through a pre-tax assessment process after receiving the notification. His agency, Fantagio, clarified, "This case primarily concerns whether the corporation established by Cha Eun-woo's mother is subject to substantial taxation, and it is not a case that has been finally confirmed and announced. We plan to actively clarify the issues related to legal interpretation and application in accordance with appropriate procedures." Cha Eun-woo enlisted in July last year as an active-duty soldier and is currently serving in the military band.
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