Lee Jae-myung Sends Condolences to Ahn... "Wishing Professor Kim Mi-kyung a Speedy Recovery"

Posted a message of consolation on Twitter on the afternoon of the 13th
"It's unfortunate," "Wishing for safety," and other messages shared

[Asia Economy Reporter Geum Bo-ryeong] Lee Jae-myung, the presidential candidate of the Democratic Party of Korea, expressed his hope for the speedy recovery of Kim Mi-kyung, a professor at Seoul National University and spouse of Ahn Cheol-soo, the presidential candidate of the People’s Party, who tested positive for COVID-19.

On the 13th, Lee stated on his Twitter, "I heard the news that Professor Kim, who has underlying health conditions, tested positive for COVID-19," expressing his concern.

He added, "It is unfortunate. I sincerely hope she remains safe and well," and also conveyed his sympathies to candidate Ahn.

Earlier, candidate Ahn had planned to visit the Gwacheon Central Election Commission to register his candidacy in person and hold a special press conference. However, since Professor Kim was confirmed positive for COVID-19 in the morning and he had to undergo a PCR test as a close contact, the press conference was held via YouTube.

During a meeting with reporters in Jeju on the same day, when asked about the "unification between candidate Ahn and Yoon Seok-youl, the presidential candidate of the People Power Party," Lee gave an indirect response, saying, "Now is the time to focus on people’s livelihoods." However, his post wishing for Professor Kim’s recovery is interpreted as maintaining a friendly attitude toward candidate Ahn. Lee has previously revealed plans for a unified government considering cooperation with candidate Ahn.

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