Candidate Han Chun-ok and Democratic Party Regional Committee Temporarily Suspend In-Person Election Campaigning

12 Confirmed Cases in Two Days... Considering the Critical Situation

'We Will Overcome the Crisis Through the Great Unity of Suncheon Citizens... We Will Provide All Support'

Representative So Byeong-cheol is wearing a raincoat and climbing onto the campaign vehicle to appeal for support for Han Chun-ok, the Democratic Party candidate.

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Lee Hyung-kwon] The Democratic Party of Korea's Suncheon·Gwangyang·Gokseong·Gurye (Gap) Regional Committee (Chairman, National Assembly member So Byeong-cheol) and Han Chun-ok, candidate for the Suncheon 1st electoral district provincial assembly member, announced on the 5th that they will temporarily suspend face-to-face election campaigns, prioritizing citizens' safety.

Candidate Han stated, "Suncheon City has experienced a cluster of 12 confirmed COVID-19 cases over two days and is at a critical juncture where the fourth wave could spread further. From 12 noon today until 12 midnight on the 11th, social distancing will be raised to level 2 for one week," adding, "This decision was made with the utmost consideration for citizens' safety and blocking the spread of COVID-19 in this serious situation."

Accordingly, he said, "We will suspend all face-to-face election campaigns except for non-face-to-face campaigns such as phone calls and SNS until the COVID-19 situation calms down or accurate information about the spread is confirmed."

He continued, "Our Suncheon citizens have a strong tradition of uniting even more in difficult times to overcome crises," and stated, "The Democratic Party of Korea's Suncheon·Gwangyang·Gokseong·Gurye (Gap) Regional Committee will also do its utmost to support and protect citizens' safety and livelihoods together with the citizens."

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