Min Hyung-bae Elected as First Mayor of Integrated Jeonnam-Gwangju

Min Hyung-bae of the Democratic Party has been elected as the first mayor of the Integrated Jeonnam-Gwangju.

According to the National Election Commission, as of 2 a.m. on June 4, with 87.16% of the votes counted, Min secured 79.02% of the total votes. He decisively defeated Lee Jeong-hyun of the People Power Party, who received 11.58%, as well as Kang Eun-mi of the Justice Party with 3.92%, Lee Jong-wook of the Progressive Party with 3.72%, and independent candidate Kim Kwang-man, who garnered 1.74%.

After the announcement of his election victory on June 3 at his campaign office in Seo-gu, Gwangju, Min expressed his gratitude, stating, "You have entrusted me with the significant responsibility of being the mayor of the Integrated Jeonnam-Gwangju. I sincerely thank you and will honor the choice of the citizens."

He added, "We stand at the threshold of South Korea's first and only integrated special city. This is an opportunity for Jeonnam and Gwangju to unite and become a new growth axis for the country. Together with the citizens, we will pave this new path and demonstrate overwhelming growth led by the region."

Min also emphasized his commitment to creating opportunities for growth, stating, "I will provide young people with the chance to dream in their hometowns, ensure reliable care for families raising children, and guarantee seniors access to nearby hospitals and a safe daily life." He concluded by pledging to establish a citizen-led government where administrative actions follow the decisions of the people.