Who is Lee Jae-myung, South Korea’s new president?
After months of political turmoil, South Korea has elected Lee Jae-myung, of the main liberal party, as the new president.
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2 developments- Jun 2, 2025South Korea’s Lee Jae-myung projected to win election after months of political turmoil, exit poll says
- Jun 4, 2025Who is Lee Jae-myung, South Korea’s new president?
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South Korea’s Lee Jae-myung projected to win election after months of political turmoil, exit poll says
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