Lee Nak-yeon "Comrade of the Open Democratic Party" Choi Kang-wook "The Best VIP"

Lee Nak-yeon and Choi Kang-wook Visit by Open Democratic Party Leaders

[Asia Economy Reporter Jeon Jinyoung] On the afternoon of the 1st, Lee Nak-yeon, the leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, paid a visit to Choi Kang-wook, the leader of the Open Democratic Party, at the National Assembly. During the visit, Lee said to Choi, "I hope that you and the comrades of the Open Democratic Party will continue to support us and come up with many ideas." Choi responded, "The best VIP has visited us."

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Lee said, "Choi is a person with a passionate will for reforming power institutions, including the prosecution, and also possesses professional insight," adding, "I believe he will be a great driving force in completing the reform legislation we aim to achieve."

He continued, "There are quite a few things we want to do to alleviate the suffering of the people in crisis as soon as possible. I hope you will provide a lot of support," he emphasized.

Choi replied, "Since you are a senior lawmaker whom I have always admired, I will listen to your good advice," and said, "Going forward, the Open Democratic Party will not neglect its role as a lighthouse party and as an icebreaker."

He added, "Yesterday, I personally congratulated you on your inauguration as party leader during the remarks of all Supreme Council members, expressing my belief that you will be a reliable comrade in political reform, media reform, and prosecution reform," and emphasized, "Today's visit will be a good opportunity to meet again in a bigger sea where we can do greater work for the success of our country and government."

In the political sphere, with the change of party leader, the possibility of a merger between the Democratic Party and the Open Democratic Party is also being raised. However, Lee refrained from commenting on whether to pursue a merger at a press briefing on the previous day (the 31st of last month), saying, "I don't think it is appropriate to express opinions impulsively," and added, "We will discuss it within the party."

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