Democratic Party Urges People Power Party to Join, Says "Do Not Delay Prime Minister Confirmation"

On July 3, the Democratic Party of Korea called on the People Power Party to participate in the confirmation of Kim Minseok as Prime Minister nominee. The party emphasized the need for cooperation from the opposition to ensure the swift stabilization of state affairs.

Kim Byungki, Acting Party Leader and Floor Leader of the Democratic Party, stressed at the Policy Coordination Meeting held at the National Assembly that "the public will not tolerate any delay in confirming the Prime Minister nominee who will lead the Cabinet." Kim highlighted that "public expectations are high for the government of national sovereignty and the Lee Jaemyung administration," and added, "according to opinion polls, President Lee Jaemyung's approval rating for state affairs is approaching 60%." He continued, "We must turn the public's expectations into reality," and urged, "Prime Minister nominee Kim Minseok should assist the President well and quickly stabilize state affairs." He further requested, "With a stable foundation for governance, we must overcome crises and restore the people's livelihood and the economy so that tangible results can be delivered to the public."

Kim Byungki, Acting Party Leader and Floor Leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, is speaking at the Policy Coordination Meeting held at the National Assembly on July 3, 2025. Photo by Kim Hyunmin

Jin Sungjun, Policy Committee Chair of the Democratic Party, remarked, "Today marks one month since the launch of the Lee Jaemyung administration," and noted, "President Lee is leading state affairs with a pace and intensity that cannot be compared to previous administrations." He added, "It is difficult for the President to handle everything alone," and emphasized, "The National Assembly should pass the confirmation of the Prime Minister nominee at today's plenary session to provide support." He further called on the People Power Party to participate in the plenary vote, stating, "Shouldn't we avoid hindering the President, who is working for the stabilization of people's livelihoods and state affairs?"