Foreign Envoys Eye Stronger Korea Ties with New President
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Foreign envoys eye stronger Korea ties with new president
With South Korea on the cusp of a leadership transition after Tuesday’s presidential election, foreign ambassadors in Seoul are voicing optimism for stronger bilateral cooperation and a renewed drive toward shared priorities under the new administration. German Ambassador to Korea Georg Schmidt said Berlin sees Korea as a vital partner, especially in the face of global and domestic challenges. “The Republic of Korea is a close partner for German…
The leader of the center-left opposition Lee Jae-myung is the great favourite of this presidential in one lap.
South Koreans hope that this election will allow them to turn the page after six months of political chaos marked by massive protests, judicial rebounds and an unprecedented succession

Following a serious national crisis, South Koreans will elect a new president on Tuesday. Just over 44 million eligible voters are called upon to choose a successor to conservative former President Yoon Suk Yeol, who was removed from office in April and faces treason charges. According to polls, the most promising candidate is left-wing opposition leader Lee Jae Myung (60). He is followed by conservative Kim Moon Soo (73).
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