Lee reaffirms he will not seek reelection through constitutional revision
MEXICO CITY — President Lee Jae Myung reaffirmed Thursday that he will not seek reelection through constitutional reform. The president made the remarks during a meeting with South Korean residents in Mexico while on a state visit. "Those who are worried, don't be. ... There will never be a case of my (term) going beyond June 2, 2030," the president said. Lee has repeatedly said he has no…
President Lee Jae Myung has reiterated on Thursday that he will not seek a second term in office through constitutional reform. This statement came during a joint press conference with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum in Mexico City, as part of Lee's state visit to Mexico.
In response to concerns from South Korean citizens, the president assured them that he would not exceed his current term which ends on June 2, 2030. Lee has consistently articulated his commitment to stepping down at the end of his five-year term, despite opposition claims that his administration may attempt to seek a second presidential term through constitutional revision.
Under the current constitution, any amendments to the presidential system do not apply to the incumbent president at the time of the revision. Lee assumed office in June of the previous year for a five-year term.
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