President Lee Meets Koreans in Mexico: "My Term Will Never Extend Beyond June 2, 2030"...Firmly Rejects Consecutive Terms Again
Directly Addresses Term Limit at Meeting with Korean Residents in Mexico
“Cherishing Every Second to Fulfill Promises Within Limited Time”...Stresses Reform Speed
President Lee Jaemyung stated on the 24th (local time), "There will never be any extension beyond June 2, 2030" regarding his presidential term. This remark is interpreted as drawing a clear line once again against the possibility of constitutional amendments for consecutive terms or extensions of his tenure, which have recently been raised in political circles.
During his state visit to Mexico, President Lee made these comments at a meeting with Korean expatriates held in Mexico City that afternoon. He was explaining the difficulties of governmental reform and the need to deliver results within his limited term.
President Lee said, "Because the time I can serve is very limited, I am truly making every second count and putting forth my utmost effort to fulfill as many of the tasks and promises as possible that I can, and that I wanted to accomplish, within this restricted timeframe."
He went on to say that resistance and backlash from vested interests are inevitable during the reform process, adding, "If possible, I think it would be best to minimize resistance and backlash, and to produce effective and practical results."
President Lee concluded by saying, "At the very least, as long as I am in office, I will ensure that Korea takes good care of you so that you do not have to worry about the country," and added, "There will absolutely be no extension beyond June 2, 2030, so for those who might have concerns, please do not worry."
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This statement follows President Lee's comments during a press conference on the 18th, in which he responded to the controversy about constitutional amendments for re-election by stating that he has "no intention of seeking a consecutive term." At that time, President Lee clearly separated the issue of constitutional discussion from his own re-election, reiterating that he has no intention of serving a consecutive term.
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