Kim Min-seok, a candidate for the leadership of the Democratic Party, is reportedly considering an official announcement of his candidacy on July 6 at Gwangju Military Airport.
According to political sources on July 4, Kim plans to visit the May 18th National Cemetery in Gwangju before making his announcement at the military airport. Discussions are also underway for a second announcement later that afternoon in Gwanghwamun, Seoul.
Gwangju Military Airport is mentioned as a potential site for a semiconductor production base under the 'Three Mega Projects for a Great Leap Forward' initiative by the Lee Jae-myung administration. By declaring his candidacy in the Honam region, which is a key support base for the Democratic Party and the newly established Jeonnam-Gwangju Integrated Special City, Kim aims to emphasize his commitment to supporting the government's policies.
It is expected that some Democratic Party lawmakers from the Jeonnam and Gwangju regions who support Kim will join him during the announcement.
Kim's team stated, "The timing and location of the announcement are currently under review, and we will provide details once they are finalized."
Meanwhile, Kim has been active in Iksan, North Jeolla Province, on his first weekend since stepping down as Prime Minister.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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