South Korea’s main opposition party, the Democratic Party, has submitted an impeachment motion against Prime Minister Han Duck-soo. The motion was reported to the National Assembly’s plenary session on Thursday, according to the party’s floor leader.
This development marks a significant moment in South Korean politics, highlighting rising tensions between the government and the opposition. While specific reasons for the impeachment have not been detailed, it underscores ongoing disputes within the country’s leadership.
The impeachment process will now proceed within the National Assembly, where lawmakers will debate the motion’s merits and decide on the prime minister’s future. The outcome could lead to major changes in South Korea’s government and its policies.
Prime Minister Han Duck-soo has not yet issued a public response to the impeachment motion. Citizens and international observers are watching closely as the situation unfolds.
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S. Korea's Democratic Party submits impeachment motion against PM
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