South korean opposition leader lee Jae-myung wins key election amid corruption investigations

Edited by: Татьяна Гуринович

South Korean opposition leader Lee Jae-myung has won a key election despite facing ongoing legal cases and investigations for corruption. Lee, from the Democratic Party, secured victory against Kim Moon Soo from the People Power Party. The election took place on June 3rd. Lee promised to revitalize the economy, reduce inequality, and ease national divisions. His win is seen as a significant political event in South Korea. Kim warned that Lee's win would allow him to wield excessive power.

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  • Deutsche Welle

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