Prosecutors to focus on rights of kids

New department will protect minors, both as victims and criminal offenders

Experts said a new prosecuting department under the Supreme People's Procuratorate will require careful coordination in tackling cases involving minors in order to better protect the rights of victims and perpetrators.

On Saturday, the SPP said the new agency - the No 9 prosecuting department - would handle crimes against minors and push for severe punishment for those who target children.