At 6 a.m. Tuesday, South Korean citizens began voting in a snap presidential election intended to steer the country away from the political turmoil it has faced over the last six months.
Leading the race is Lee Jae-myung of the Democratic Party, who has maintained a significant lead in public opinion polls. His primary opponent, Kim Moon-soo, represents the People Power Party and aims to keep the presidency under his party’s control.
The newly elected president is set to assume office on Wednesday, tasked with managing the aftermath of former President Yoon Suk Yeol’s unsuccessful martial law attempt on December 3, revitalizing a struggling economy, and handling mounting geopolitical tensions.
Following months of democratic unrest and a series of interim leaders since the impeachment of Yoon, this election carries significant implications for the nation's future.
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Election Called to Replace Impeached President
The presidential office has remained vacant since December 14, when the National Assembly impeached Yoon after his attempt to impose martial law was swiftly overturned. Lawmakers acted within hours to nullify the decree announced by the former president on December 3, preventing a coup attempt.
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