President Lee Jae Myung rules out any bid for a second term via constitutional change

While on a diplomatic trip to Mexico, President Lee Jae Myung met with members of the Korean community and reiterated his commitment to the constitutional limit on his tenure. He stated unequivocally that his presidency will conclude on June 2, 2030, and that no amendment will be used to extend his time in office. This reassurance counters accusations from political opponents that the ruling Democratic Party is preparing a constitutional revision to enable a second term.

Lee, who began his five-year term in June last year, highlighted that the existing constitutional framework bars any changes from affecting the incumbent. No new legislative proposals were presented, and the president’s remarks were limited to affirming the status quo. The statement aims to quell speculation ahead of future electoral cycles.