Several seasoned politicians, who have previously served multiple terms in the National Assembly and occupied prominent political roles, are making a comeback to the political arena by declaring their candidacies for the upcoming general elections on April 10.
Independent lawmaker Hwangbo Seung-hee has been indicted on charges of taking illegal political funds from a real estate developer, officials said Monday.
Rep. Hwangbo Seung-hee of the ruling People Power Party (PPP) said Monday she will voluntarily leave the party and will not run in next year s parliamentary elections amid suspicions of accepting illegal political funds.
First lady Kim Keon Hee met with a group of female lawmakers of the ruling People Power Party (PPP) on Friday and discussed areas of mutual interest, including helping the socially vulnerable and women s political participation, multiple attendees said.
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