Lee Nak-yeon on Hwang Kyo-ahn's Candidacy Declaration: "Expecting Healthy Competition... Nothing More to Add"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Wondara] Former Prime Minister Lee Nak-yeon commented on Hwang Kyo-ahn, leader of the Liberty Korea Party, declaring his candidacy for Jongno, saying he "expects a competition in good faith."

Lee's camp released a statement on the afternoon of the 7th, immediately after Hwang's announcement, stating, "We expect a competition in good faith for the future of Jongno and the Republic of Korea." Lee's camp added, "There is nothing else to report to the media such as a separate briefing."

On the same day, Hwang held a press conference at the National Assembly and said, "I will stand at the forefront of judging the Moon Jae-in administration," and declared, "I, Hwang Kyo-ahn, announce my candidacy for the Jongno district."

Regarding the delay in declaring his candidacy for Jongno, Hwang explained, "Having relinquished the vested right of nomination, what would I hesitate for?" and added, "I thought it was inappropriate to announce my position on the general election first as the party leader while integration discussions are actively underway."

He continued, "I will be the spark for innovation and integration," and earnestly appealed, "I sincerely urge our people to use their precious vote to surely overthrow the false and hypocritical regime."

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