Lee Jae-myung Meets Jeong Se-gyun Over Bibimbap in Jeonbuk: "I Was Moved to Tears by His Promise Not to Let Me Be Lonely"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Jeon Jin-young] Lee Jae-myung, the Democratic Party presidential candidate, visited Jeonbuk on the 3rd and met with former Prime Minister Chung Sye-kyun, who competed with him during the primary.

On that day, Lee had dinner with former Prime Minister Chung at a restaurant near Jeonju Hanok Village called ‘Jongno Hoegwan,’ enjoying bibimbap and other dishes.

By meeting with former Prime Minister Chung, who was a competitor in the primary, Lee appeared to show a gesture of unity, aiming to consolidate local support.

Before entering the restaurant, former Prime Minister Chung told reporters, “This presidential election is a critical crossroads where our Republic of Korea must decide whether to move forward into the future or regress into the past,” adding, “I will do my best together with Candidate Lee and the Democratic Party to ensure their victory.”

Lee responded, “At the inauguration ceremony, the Prime Minister said he would no longer let me be lonely, which brought me to tears. I am grateful.”

The warm atmosphere continued inside the restaurant. Former Prime Minister Chung said, “Those who worked with me have all said they will support Candidate Lee.” Lee then mentioned the occurrence of COVID-19 variant Omicron cases, saying, “It seems the Prime Minister’s skills are needed now.” Former Prime Minister Chung referred to his former constituency, Jongno, and joked, “The restaurant’s name is Jongno Hoegwan, of all things,” making them both laugh.

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