South Korea’s acting leader, Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, announced his resignation to take on “heavier responsibility,” with expectations that he will run in next month’s presidential election.
Han, a seasoned bureaucrat with over 40 years of experience, is seen as a potential conservative candidate, though his critics argue he lacks a political support base and is too old.
His resignation follows a turbulent period marked by clashes with the opposition and impeachment efforts.
With Han stepping down, Deputy Prime Minister Choi Sang-mok was set to serve as acting leader, but he resigned after the Democratic Party pushed for his impeachment, the Associated Press has reported.
Han’s departure leaves the path open for his campaign, with liberal front-runner Lee Jae-myung facing legal challenges.
B.C. Begley 