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Former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo announces presidential bid

Published: 02 May. 2025, 10:32 Updated: 02 May. 2025, 11:42

Former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo announces his bid for presidency at the National Assembly building in Yeouido, western Seoul, on May 2 [NEWS1]

Former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo declared his candidacy for the 21st presidential election on Friday, pledging to “lay the foundation for a new constitutional order through swift constitutional reform.”

Han made the announcement during a press conference at the National Assembly building in Yeouido, western Seoul, at 10 a.m. the same day.

“On my first day in office, I will establish a presidential commission dedicated to supporting constitutional reform and commit all my efforts to its success," he said.

“In my first year, I will draft a constitutional amendment," said Han, outlining a timeline for his plan. "In the second, I will complete the reform process. In the third year, I will hold both general and presidential elections under the new Constitution, and immediately step down from office.”

Translated from the JoongAng Ilbo using generative AI and edited by Korea JoongAng Daily staff.
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