South Korea's swing seats hold key to power in election showdown

Top parties address inflation angst as voters grow frustrated with political scandals

20240405Park.jpeg

The city of Gongju is part of a key swing constituency in South Korea. (Photo by Steven Borowiec)

STEVEN BOROWIEC, Nikkei staff writer

GONGJU, South Korea -- South Koreans vote on Wednesday to determine the makeup of the national legislature for the remaining three years of President Yoon Suk Yeol's term in an election seen as likely to keep the unpopular leader's party in the minority.

The polls, held every four years, typically serve as a de facto referendum on the incumbent. Yoon has served for almost two years, with his People Power Party unable to pass laws because the opposition Democratic Party holds a majority in the National Assembly.

Sponsored Content

About Sponsored ContentThis content was commissioned by Nikkei's Global Business Bureau.