Yoon Seok-yeol and Lee Jun-seok in 'Harmony Mode'... "Sharing a Silk Pouch... Most Opinions Agree"

Yoon Seok-yeol "Planning to Move Forward Together Centered on the Party"
Emphasizes Communication and Unity, Lifting 'Check Mode'

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[Asia Economy Reporter Park Jun-yi] On the 6th, the first day after Yoon Seok-yeol, the People Power Party's presidential candidate, was officially selected, he met with Party Leader Lee Jun-seok to discuss future presidential election preparations. Unlike their tense exchanges during the primary, the two reportedly reached significant agreement and repeatedly emphasized the concept of a 'One-team.'

Candidate Yoon and Leader Lee met for a luncheon at a restaurant named 'Sasim Gadeuk' located in Mapo-gu, Seoul. Regarding the choice of the restaurant, Lee explained, "Four candidates competed in our presidential primary, and the people's will was to unite those hearts as one, so we met in a space called Sasim Gadeuk."

Candidate Yoon added, "It would be fitting to gather with our seniors Hong, Yoo, and former Governor Won for a meal."

The meeting proceeded smoothly. After the luncheon, Lee told reporters, "We generally discussed party affairs and reached agreement on most points. We shared with the candidate what was prepared by the party, colloquially called the 'Bidan Jumeoni' (silk pouch), and discussed procedures to concretize those and actively support the candidate with any necessary party resources."

He continued, "There are not just three 'Bidan Jumeoni' but about twenty prepared. I mentioned plans up to about the second week."

Regarding the formation of the election campaign committee, Lee said, "There was consensus that it must be established within this month."

Candidate Yoon also stated, "From now on, the main election will be conducted centered on the party, so I plan to calmly prepare with Leader Lee and party officials."

Addressing previous uncomfortable appearances between the two, Yoon said, "The image seen from outside may have been like that, but Leader Lee and I have communicated frequently. I believe that once people see that we are one, all conflicts will be resolved." Lee added, "My thoughts perfectly align with the candidate's, so I have nothing further to add."

He also announced plans to meet soon with Hong Jun-pyo, a fellow People Power Party lawmaker and former competitor. Yoon explained, "Since they have extensive political experience, I will seek various advice and assistance. Our candidates have also expressed their intention to run the election as one team."

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