Liberal candidate Lee Jae-myung is projected to win South Korea's snap presidential election, defeating Kim Moon-soo, according to exit polls. The election, held six months after former leader Yoon Suk Yeol's brief martial law imposition, saw a 78% voter turnout. The new president faces challenges including societal divisions and an export-heavy economy affected by protectionist moves.
South Korean liberal Lee poised for presidency in election 6 months after martial law crisis
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️Liberal candidate Lee Jae-myung is projected to win South Korea's snap presidential election, defeating Kim Moon-soo, according to exit polls. The election, held six months after former leader Yoon Suk Yeol's brief martial law imposition, saw a 78% voter turnout. The new president faces challenges including societal divisions and an export-heavy economy affected by protectionist moves.
Trending- 1 Dec. 3: Former leader Yoon Suk Yeol briefly imposed martial law
- 2 December: Yoon Suk Yeol impeached by parliament
- 3 April 4: Constitutional Court removed Yoon Suk Yeol from office, triggering snap election
- 4 Last week: Lee Jae-myung and Kim Moon-soo cast their ballots during early voting
- 5 Tuesday: Voting took place from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. local time
- 6 Tuesday: Exit polls project Lee Jae-myung as winner
- 7 Wednesday: National Election Commission scheduled to certify the result
- 8 Within hours of certification: Winner's inauguration expected
- Change in South Korea's political leadership and foreign policies
- New leader to tackle societal divisions and economic challenges
- Potential resolution of issues surrounding martial law
What: Lee Jae-myung, the liberal party candidate, is projected to win South Korea's snap presidential election.
When: Voting took place on Tuesday, June 3rd, from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. local time. Election triggered after Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment on April 4th, less than three years into his five-year term. Martial law briefly imposed on Dec. 3rd.
Where: South Korea, with polling stations nationwide, including Seoul.
Why: Snap election triggered by the impeachment of former leader Yoon Suk Yeol following his attempt to impose martial law. Voters hope for stability and resolution of issues surrounding martial law.
How: Through a snap presidential election with high voter turnout (78%). Exit polls project Lee's victory.