People Power Party's Choo Kyung-ho Announces Mayoral Bid for Daegu: "Competing with Economic Leadership"

"I Will Firmly Stand Against Political Oppression"

Choo Kyung-ho, a member of the People Power Party, has officially announced his candidacy for Mayor of Daegu in the local elections scheduled for June next year.

On the 29th, through his "Statement on Running for Mayor of Daegu," Assemblyman Choo declared, "With all the experience and achievements I have accumulated throughout my life in the fields of economy, administration, and politics, I sincerely intend to devote myself fully to my hometown, Daegu."

Assemblyman Choo highlighted his "economic leadership" as his key strength. He stated, "What Daegu needs is economic leadership-someone who understands the economy and can address economic issues," emphasizing, "Daegu needs an economic expert who can awaken its potential and deliver results through execution."

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He added, "For 35 years, I have served as an economic bureaucrat, overseeing South Korea's economic policies and budgets, and as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Finance, I have steered the national economy." He continued, "As a three-term National Assembly member and floor leader, I have built the political capabilities and networks necessary to turn policy into reality."

Regarding his ongoing trial for allegedly obstructing the vote to lift martial law, he stated, "Political attacks against me may continue, but I will resolutely confront and overcome any low-level political oppression and retaliation," adding, "I will confidently seek judicial truth in the courtroom."

He further said, "Through this election challenge, I will not be judged by the biased and distorted political oppression of the Lee Jaemyung administration and the political special prosecutor, but will instead be evaluated and judged by the citizens of Daegu." He added, "I will compete with a strong sense of responsibility for the economic development of Daegu."

Within the People Power Party, National Assembly Vice Speaker Joo Ho-young and Assemblyman Yoon Jae-ok are also being mentioned as potential candidates for Mayor of Daegu. Previously, Assemblyman Choi Eun-seok officially announced his candidacy for the position.