<W解説>罷免された韓国・尹錫悦前大統領が公邸を退去=今後も保守層に対して影響力を保持するのか?
Impeached former South Korean President Yoon Seok-youl moves out of his official residence - will he continue to retain influence over conservative voters?
Yoon Seok-yeol, who was impeached by the Constitutional Court on the 4th of this month, left the presidential residence in Yongsan-gu, Seoul on the 11th.
As a result, a presidential election will be held on June 3rd, and South Korean media have reported that Yoon may try to exert his political influence in the run-up to the election.
Yoon declared "emergency martial law" for the nation in December last year. Emergency martial law is a type of martial law stipulated in the South Korean Constitution. It is used when military necessity arises in times of war or other emergency situations.
The emergency martial law was lifted early, but it caused chaos in Korean society and led to instability in domestic politics.
The party pointed out that Yoon had violated the constitution by "attempting to disrupt the constitutional order and committing an internal rebellion with a permanent plan to seize power," and submitted a motion to impeach Yoon to the National Assembly.
The bill was passed with 204 votes in favor and 85 against. As a result, Yoon was suspended from his duties. Following the passage of the bill, the Constitutional Court will decide within six months whether to dismiss or reinstate Yoon.
The Constitutional Court has been holding oral arguments since January. A total of 11 oral arguments were held until February 25. On the 4th of this month, the Constitutional Court unanimously decided to approve Yoon's impeachment.
Following the decision, Yoon released a statement through his legal team, saying, "I would like to express my sincere gratitude to everyone who supported and encouraged me despite my lack of ability. I apologize for not being able to meet your expectations."
"It has been a true honor to have had the opportunity to serve the Republic of Korea. I will continue to pray for my beloved country and its people," he said.
With Yoon no longer in office, South Korea will hold a presidential election within 60 days, with the voting date set for June 3.
Lee Jae-myung, former chairman of the main opposition Democratic Party of Korea, who is currently leading the polls on the presidential election, and Kim Moon-soo, former labor leader of the ruling People Power Party, are both in the running for the presidency.
Several politicians, including Minister of Foreign Affairs, have already declared their candidacy. Meanwhile, Yoon left the official residence where he had lived for about two and a half years on the afternoon of the 11th. He got out of his car in front of the entrance to the official residence and shook hands and hugged his supporters. Supporters
The group chanted "YOON AGAIN." According to Korean media,
"Yoon should return to the presidency by running for office again or by other means," the statement read.
"The president should carry on the will of former President Yoon," said Yoon, who said on the 11th, "I met with leaders of various countries at the official residence. I remember the moments when I worked hard for the nation and security."
"The memories come back to me like a slideshow. I will return to being one of the people and find a new path for the country and its people," he said in a statement.
Yoon has been transferred to a residence at his residence. Even after his impeachment, he can receive protection from the Presidential Security Service for up to 10 years, and a team of about 40 people has recently been formed to guard his residence.
Yoon's home is in an apartment complex, and there are concerns that he may cause a nuisance to his neighbors. In addition, he has several pets, so he is considering finding another residence in the capital area after moving to the apartment.
Yoon has been charged with masterminding a civil war, and the first hearing of his criminal trial is scheduled to be held on the 14th.
On the other hand, he is believed to still have influence among some conservative voters, and even after his impeachment on the 4th, he was seen hanging out with close ruling party lawmakers at his official residence.
The South Korean newspaper Hankyoreh reported, "Instead of remaining silent and self-restrained, former President Yoon is trying to get involved in political affairs as a player himself.
"There are criticisms that this is making the presidential election, which is already tough, even more difficult," Yoon said in the aforementioned speech.
"I will spare no effort," he said. Attention is focused on whether Yoon will be able to maintain his influence over conservative voters in the future.
2025/04/14 14:51 KST
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