Democratic Party Visits Gupo Market: "We Will Remain Humble Until the End," Ha Jungwoo Vows "Never to Lose Original Intentions"

Jeong Cheong-rae: "I Will Do My Utmost Until the Citizens of Busan Say OK"

On May 3, Jeong Cheong-rae, leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, visited Gupo Market in Bukgu Gap, Busan, where the National Assembly by-election is being held, to campaign in support of candidate Ha Jung-woo. Jeong stated, "There is great interest in candidate Ha, and his favorability rating is very high. I will continue to work diligently with a humble and modest attitude until the end."

That afternoon, Jeong visited Gupo Market in Bukgu, Busan, toured the site with candidate Ha, and met with reporters. He remarked, "The citizens gave us an enthusiastic welcome, and the interest in candidate Ha was extraordinarily high. It felt like the atmosphere of a proud homecoming, as if a son who left his hometown and achieved success was returning."

On June 3, Ha Jungwoo, the Democratic Party candidate for the Busan Buk-gu Gap by-election and former Chief Secretary for AI Future Planning at the Blue House, visited Gupo Market in Busan Buk-gu to greet merchants. Photo by Kang Jin-hyung

Jeong added, "Under the banner of 'Busan, the Maritime Capital,' which candidate Jeon Jae-soo is advocating, the Democratic Party will do everything it can. Regarding Busan, I am determined to act as the head of the 'Anything for You Center,' and I will do my utmost until the citizens of Busan say 'okay.'"

Candidate Ha commented, "When I first visited Gupo Market, many residents welcomed me, and today as well, some people said, 'It's so nice to see you so often,' while others asked, 'Why did you come only now?' I am grateful for their warm welcome," adding, "I will continue to visit with humility and never lose my original intentions."

Jeong Myung-hee, the Democratic Party's candidate for Bukgu District Mayor, stated, "Bukgu in Busan has become the hottest area in the country. Candidate Jeon Jae-soo is running for Busan mayor, and in Bukgu Gap, the Democratic Party has nominated Ha Jung-woo, an AI expert especially cherished by President Lee Jae-myung. If we combine Jeong Myung-hee’s administrative experience with these strengths, I believe the future of Bukgu will be brighter than ever."

Afterward, candidate Ha continued to greet citizens around Gupo Market. Meeting with The Asia Business Daily at Deokcheon Station’s underground shopping center that day, Ha said, "More people welcomed me than I expected, and that gives me energy," adding, "I will continue to work hard and stay true to my original intentions going forward."

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