Acting President vows smooth transfer of power after Yoon's impeachment

Acting President Han Duck-soo delivers a public address at the Government Complex Seoul on April 4 2025 Yonhap — Acting President Han Duck-soo speaks at the Government Complex in Seoul on April 4, 2025. Yonhap

SEOUL, April 4 (AJP) - Acting President Han Duck-soo on Friday pledged to ensure the stability of the government and a smooth transfer of power after the Constitutional Court of Korea unanimously upheld President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment.

Urging the public to respect the court's decision, he said, "I will strictly abide by the rule of law to help ensure the speedy transfer to the incoming administration," and vowed to oversee a "smooth and fair presidential election."

He also pledged to prioritize national security saying, "I will ensure there are no disruptions in state affairs and make sure to avoid any diplomatic vacuum," while calling on public officials to fulfill their duties.

Meanwhile, the ruling People Power Party said it "heavily respects the court's decision" and apologized for its failure to fulfil its responsibilities and meet people's expectations.

Lee Jae-myung, the leader of the main opposition Democratic Party, welcomed the court's verdict, calling it "a new beginning for restoring people's livelihoods, democracy, and peace."

Im Yoon-seo lyseo0330@ajupress.com

Acting President vows smooth transfer of power after Yoon's impeachment

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