Hong Joon-pyo, Kim Dong-yeon, Kim Kyoung-soo Enter South Korea's Presidential Race

Former Daegu Mayor Hong Joon-pyo has officially declared his candidacy for the South Korean presidential election set for June 3, following the impeachment of former President Yoon Suk Yeol. The impeachment, stemming from a controversial martial law declaration in December, was upheld on April 4. Hong will compete in the primary elections of the conservative People Power Party, emphasizing his commitment to lead South Korea through challenging times. Additionally, Gyeonggi Province Gov. Kim Dong-yeon and former South Gyeongsang Gov. Kim Kyoung-soo have also announced their candidacies within the Democratic Party, marking a significant shift in the political landscape as the nation prepares for the election. The upcoming election is seen as crucial for determining the future direction of South Korea's governance. All candidates are positioning themselves to appeal to voters in the wake of the political turmoil caused by Yoon's impeachment.