Oh Se-hoon: "I spoke with Na Kyung-won after her withdrawal announcement... She acted wisely"

"The Party Convention, Candidates Loved by the People Must Be Elected"

[Asia Economy Reporter Seong Gi-ho] Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon stated that he conveyed his opinion that former lawmaker Na Kyung-won, who decided not to run in the People Power Party leadership election, "made a wise decision."

On the morning of the 30th, Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon is holding a New Year's press conference at Seoul City Hall. Photo by Yonhap News

At a press conference held at Seoul City Hall on the 30th, Mayor Oh said, "I had a phone call with former lawmaker Na Kyung-won after she announced her withdrawal," adding, "When I met her before, I advised her cautiously against running."

He continued, "At that time, I suggested that she take a break this time," and said, "After her withdrawal, she called me and said, 'I did as you advised,' so I responded that she made a wise decision."

Regarding the upcoming People Power Party leadership election, he said, "It is desirable that a candidate who can be loved by the entire nation is elected," adding, "Especially since the metropolitan area has a high proportion, it would be preferable for a candidate who can be loved in the metropolitan area to win. I sincerely hope for a fierce competition."

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