South Korea’s presidential election aims to restore democratic credentials | Elections News

Seoul, South Korea – Following the impeachment of President Yoon Suk-yeol amid political turmoil, South Korea is set to elect a new leader from five candidates, with opposition Democratic Party’s Lee Jae-myung leading in polls. The election, marked by high voter turnout, comes after Lee narrowly lost to Yoon in 2022 and now seeks redemption amid ongoing legal challenges. The future president faces significant issues, including youth unemployment and social inequality, as the nation hopes for stability after recent crises.