Lee Jae-myung, the president of South Korea’s criticism, made the announcement of his presidential campaign on Thursday, stating his desire to combat inequality and promote economic growth.
Following Yoon Suk Yeol’s validation for prosecution, which had already sparked a month-long military law, the presidential election is set for June 3.
Economic gap is cited by Reuters as a key factor in social unrest, and Lee cited it in a Thursday statement as a result of Yoon’s execution of martial law. In presenting himself as a capable leader, Lee emphasized that the impact of a policy is more important than its creator.
Lee continued to hold his pragmatic political approach, saying:” Honestly speaking, the South Korea-US alliance is essential, and South Korea, US Japan cooperation is essential, and conservative opponents suggest the opposition may undermine US relations and put in jeopardize Chinese political progress. In this context, the guiding principle is that the best goal is the Republic of Korea’s national attention.
In the presidential election of 2022, Lee suffered a slender battle to Yoon, age 61. He still enjoys solid liberal support after leading his liberal Democratic Party to a significant parliamentary victory. On Wednesday, he resigned from his position as the leader of the opposition to concentrate on his poll plan.
Lee led with 34 % of votes, according to a poll conducted on April 4 Gallup, while Kim Moon-soo, a 73-year-old former labour minister, received 9 %. The People Power Party, the party’s main opposition party, plans to choose its nominee through May primaries, keeping the traditional presidential nomination in flux.
