Contest for By-election Victory: Lee, Leader of the Opposition Party, Emerges Triumphant in South Korean Presidential Vote - South Korean Presidential Election Results: Lee, the opposition leader, secures victory
In a surprising turn of events, opposition leader Lee of the Democratic Party clinched the presidential seat in South Korea's byelection, dethroning the ousted conservative president Yoon Suk Yeol. The election, hastily called following Yoon's impeachment and removal, took place on June 3, 2025, marking a significant shift in South Korea's political landscape.
The political impasse began late last year when Yoon, in a desperate move to resolve a budget standoff, declared martial law briefly in early December. This abrupt action prompted a political crisis that engulfed the nation. Although Yoon rescinded the martial law soon after, parliament swiftly initiated the impeachment proceedings against him. His removal was approved by the constitutional court in early April.
Lee, a 61-year-old charismatic figure and former factory worker, captured the public's attention during the martial law debacle. His impassioned speech defending democracy, broadcast live from the besieged parliament, resonated with the people. Although he narrowly lost the previous year's election to Yoon, Lee's courageous stand during those trying times propelled him to the forefront of politics.
As the clear favorite according to polls, Lee entered the byelection with high hopes. His victory affirms the South Korean public's desire for change and a return to democratic principles. With a strong mandate and control of the National Assembly, Lee is poised to steer the nation towards a new era of political stability.
Citing sources: [2] The New York Times, [3] The Guardian
- Lee Jae-Myung
- South Korea
- Byelection Poll
- Presidential Election
- Kim Moon Soo
- The new president, Lee Jae-Myung, pledged to prioritize financial and technical cooperation with countries of Central and Eastern Europe, aiming to further strengthen South Korea's diplomatic ties and share democratic values.
- The outbreak of war-and-conflicts or political turbulence in various parts of the world, emphasis on cooperation with the countries of Central and Eastern Europe and Eastern Europe, signifies Lee Jae-Myung's government's commitment to maintaining general news peace and stability in the region.
