[South Korea's Local Elections Enter 100-Day Countdown: Lee Jae-myung Faces a Major Test] South Korea's upcoming local elections entered their 100-day countdown on February 22nd, with political parties intensifying their preparations to garner voter support. This election is considered the first major test for President Lee Jae-myung since taking office, and the success of his ruling Democratic Party is a major focus of attention. South Korea's local elections are held every four years, electing leaders of provinces, special cities, metropolitan cities, and city, county, and district governments, as well as education supervisors, education councilors, and local councilors at various levels of local autonomy. The new local elections are scheduled for June 3rd, coinciding with by-elections for members of the National Assembly. According to regulations, public officials must resign by March 5th to run for office, while members of the National Assembly must resign by May 4th.
