People watch the first sunrise of the new year from a footbridge overlooking the city skyline in Seoul on January 1, 2024.
The opposition Democratic Party (DP), which already dominates the 300-member legislature, has accused Yoon and his conservative People Power Party (PPP) of mismanaging the economy and failing to rein in inflation during their time in office.
PPP leader Han Dong-hoon said a big win by the DP, whose leader is facing corruption charges, would create a crisis for the country.
He warned against giving the opposition an unprecedented super majority of 200 seats, which would strip Yoon of his veto power.
"I hope the two-party structure will be broken somehow, and politicians will carry out practical policies for ordinary people."
Persons:
Yoon Suk Yeol, Yoon, Han Dong, hoon, Kim Ji, yun, Jung Cheol, Cho Kuk
Organizations:
South, Election, Democratic Party, People Power Party, DP
Locations:
Seoul