South Korea's former acting leader Han Duck-soo to contest June 3 election

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By Reuters

May 2, 20251:09 AM UTCUpdated ago

South Korean acting President Han Duck-soo speaks during a briefing at the Government Complex in Seoul

South Korean acting President Han Duck-soo speaks during a briefing at the Government Complex in Seoul, South Korea, Monday, March 24, 2025. Ahn Young-joon/Pool via REUTERS/File Photo Purchase Licensing Rights, opens new tab

SEOUL, May 2 (Reuters) - South Korea's former acting President Han Duck-soo said on Friday he would join the race to become the country's next president after resigning the day before.

A snap presidential election will be held on June 3.

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Reporting by Hyunsu Yim Editing by Ed Davies

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