Lee must say no to 2nd term
Constitutional reform has come to the fore of Korean politics, as many point to the limits of the Constitution, rewritten in its current form in 1987 to allow direct presidential elections. The presidency’s single-term limit no longer befits the challenges facing a nation that has emerged as a global leader across multiple sectors. That view is increasingly being echoed by the ruling party, the…
Korean politics is grappling with the question of whether President Lee should be allowed a second term, as many argue the current one-term limit is outdated in the modern era. This concern is shared by the ruling party, President Lee, and political experts, who believe the present system hinders policy continuity and effective governance.
Kim Min-seok, the new Democratic Party of Korea leader, stated on Monday that the party aims to revise the constitution in a way that is feasible and responsive to the needs of the people, while still adhering to constitutional principles and legal procedures. However, any amendment extending the presidential term or permitting re-election will not apply to the incumbent president, as per Article 128 of the Constitution.
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