President Lee Jae Myung calls for unity within Democratic Party
President urges new DP leadership to prioritize national interests over internal divisions
Quick Look
President Lee Jae Myung met with the new Democratic Party leadership, including leader Kim Min-seok, urging members to overcome internal divisions and cooperate with the government to serve the public.
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Why It Matters
The Democratic Party recently concluded a leadership race that exposed internal tensions between different factions.
SEOUL, Aug. 25 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung on Tuesday asked the new leadership of the ruling Democratic Party (DP) to enhance unity among party members, according to Cheong Wa Dae.
Lee made the remarks at a dinner meeting with the party's new leadership, including the new DP leader Kim Min-seok.
"I hope members of the DP could put aside their minor differences and devote themselves wholeheartedly to building a great Republic of Korea, which the people have entrusted us," Lee told the meeting, referring to South Korea by its official name, according to Cheong Wa Dae.
Lee's remarks came amid lingering tensions exposed during the leadership race between those aligned with Lee and supporters of former DP leader Jung Chung-rae.
Lee also asked the new leadership to provide policy support for the government and the presidential office, saying close cooperation between the three entities could help make palpable changes for the people.
Open Questions
- How will the new leadership respond to the call for unity?
