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Oh Se-hoon

Oh Se-hoon
The latest news and top stories on Oh Se-hoon, Seoul Mayor. Known for his extensive political career, he previously served as Mayor from 2006 to 2011 and as a National Assembly Member from 2000 to 2004. A lawyer by profession, he has championed urban development projects like Dongdaemun Design Plaza and Sebitseom. His current tenure focuses on inclusive climate action, social welfare initiatives and enhancing public safety. He is recognised for environmental leadership and policies aimed at reducing inequality. Oh Se-hoon also pledged to replace 1,200 squat toilets in Seoul's subway stations with sitting ones by 2028, reflecting his commitment to improving public convenience.
South Korea

Guilty verdict leaves South Korea’s top conservative ‘a wounded lame duck’

A campaign finance conviction threatens to end Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon’s presidential ambitions, just weeks after winning a fifth term.

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South Korean protesters demand ‘election re-run’ after ballot shortage

‘Like whale bones’: South Korea’s war memorial sparks conflict over symbolism

Critics argue the Korean war memorial should not be in a space in Seoul long associated with pro-democracy protests and its imperial past.

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