🇰🇷 Key Presidential Hopefuls Seek Support from Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon + First Cut of Candidates

Leading presidential hopefuls from the People Power Party (국민의힘) are actively seeking support from Oh Se-hoon, the Mayor of Seoul, who recently announced his decision not to run for president. This comes as the party prepares to announce its first list of candidates who will advance in the primary elections.

Key Meetings with Mayor Oh

• Kim Moon-soo: The former Minister of Employment and Labor had breakfast with Mayor Oh.
• Na Kyung-won: A member of the National Assembly (국회의원), visited Mayor Oh at his office.
• Ahn Cheol-soo: Also a member of the National Assembly, planned to have lunch with the Mayor.

These meetings are seen as strategic moves to appeal to Mayor Oh’s supporters, particularly those in the political center.

Other Campaign Activities

• Hong Joon-pyo: Following a dinner with Mayor Oh, Hong Joon-pyo, the former Mayor of Daegu (대구), is set to unveil his economic vision at his campaign office.
• Han Dong-hoon: Visited Daegu to pay respects at the Central Road Station memorial space and plans to meet with young entrepreneurs and citizens.

The People Power Party’s election committee will announce the candidates advancing from the initial screening of the 11 applicants.

Note: 국회의원 (Gukhoeuiwon) refers to a member of the National Assembly, South Korea’s legislative body. 대구 (Daegu) is a major city in South Korea.