South Korean voters handed the ruling Democratic Party of Korea a decisive victory in the local elections, but kept Seoul and much of the conservative southeast

The ruling Democratic Party of Korea (DPK) is set for a victory in the key mayoral races of Seoul and Busan in the June 3 local elections, exit pol...

The liberal Democratic Party (DP) looks set to win a resounding victory in Wednesday's local elections, according to a joint exit poll announced shortly after voting ended.

Staff members count ballots in Seoul, South Korea, June 3, 2026. [Photo/Xinhua]