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  • Seong-hun Park
    BusanBuk-gu Eul
    [Lower]In officePeople Power PartyMember of the National Assembly

    Seong-hun Park

    박성훈

    Seong-hun Park is a South Korean politician and former government official currently serving as a member of the 22nd National Assembly representing Buk-gu Eul in Busan. A career bureaucrat, he passed the 37th Public Administration Examination and the 43rd Bar Examination, subsequently holding various high-level positions in the Ministry of Economy and Finance and the Office of the President. He also served as the Vice Mayor of Busan for Economic Affairs and as Vice Minister of Oceans and Fisheries. Since his election to the National Assembly in 2024, he has been active within the People Power Party, including roles as a spokesperson and member of the Strategy and Finance Committee.

    Born1971-01-18 · 55 years old

    EducationSeoul National University (Bachelor of Political Science), Harvard Kennedy School (Master of Public Administration)

    CareerGovernment official, Vice Mayor of Busan, Vice Minister of Oceans and Fisheries

  • Jae-soo Jeon
    BusanBuk-gu Gap
    [Lower]In officeDemocratic Party of KoreaMember of the National Assembly

    Jae-soo Jeon

    전재수

    Jae-soo Jeon is a South Korean politician currently serving as a three-term member of the National Assembly representing Busan's Buk-gu Gap district. A graduate of Dongguk University, he began his career as a legislative aide and served in various administrative roles during the Roh Moo-hyun administration, including at the Presidential Secretariat. Jeon previously served as the 24th Minister of Oceans and Fisheries in 2025 before resigning later that year. Throughout his legislative career, he has been active in committees related to education, culture, sports, and tourism, and has held leadership positions within the Democratic Party of Korea.

    Born1971-04-20 · 55 years old

    Birth placeUiryeong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea

    EducationDongguk University (Bachelor of History Education, Master of Political Science)

    CareerLegislative aide for the National Assembly Environment and Labor Committee, administrative officer for the Presidential Transition Committee, and various corporate advisory and management roles.

  • BusanBusanjin-gu Eul
    [Lower]In officePeople Power PartyMember of the National Assembly

    Heon-seung Lee

    이헌승

    Heon-seung Lee is a South Korean politician currently serving his fourth term as a member of the National Assembly, representing the Busanjin-gu Eul district in Busan. A member of the conservative People Power Party, he has held various leadership roles within the party, including chair of the National Committee. Throughout his parliamentary career, he has been deeply involved in land, infrastructure, and transport policy, having served as the chair of the Land, Infrastructure and Transport Committee and the National Defense Committee. His academic background includes degrees in sociology and political management from Korea University, Northwestern University, and George Washington University.

    Born1963-05-11 · 63 years old

    EducationKorea University (Sociology and Business Administration), Northwestern University (Master of Sociology), George Washington University (Master of Political Management), Korea Maritime and Ocean University (Doctorate coursework in Trade)

    CareerUniversity lecturer, political aide to Kim Moo-sung, external cooperation advisor to the Busan Metropolitan Government

  • BusanBusanjin-gu Gap
    [Lower]In officePeople Power PartyMember of the National Assembly

    Seong-guk Jeong

    정성국

    Seong-guk Jeong is a South Korean politician and former educator currently serving as a member of the 22nd National Assembly, representing the Busanjin-gu Gap constituency. Before entering politics, he had a distinguished career in education, notably serving as the 38th president of the Korean Federation of Teachers' Associations. In 2024, he was recruited by the People Power Party and subsequently elected to the National Assembly, where he has focused on education policy and legislative reform as a member of the Education Committee.

    Born1971-04-03 · 55 years old

    EducationBusan National University (Bachelor's in English Education, Master's in Education)

    CareerElementary school teacher, President of the Korean Federation of Teachers' Associations, Member of the National Education Commission

  • BusanDongnae-gu
    [Lower]In officePeople Power PartyMember of the National Assembly

    Ji-young Seo

    서지영

    Ji-young Seo is a South Korean politician currently serving as a member of the 22nd National Assembly, representing the Dongnae-gu district in Busan. A member of the People Power Party, she has held various administrative and strategic roles within the party, including serving as a spokesperson and head of the public relations division. Her career includes extensive experience in policy development and legislative support, having worked as a policy aide to various party leaders and as an administrative officer in the Presidential Office. In the National Assembly, she has been active in the Education Committee and the Budget and Accounts Committee, focusing on policy reform and public administration.

    Born1975-02-18 · 51 years old

    EducationEwha Womans University (Bachelor of Sociology), Yonsei University Graduate School of Public Administration (Master of Public Policy)

    CareerAdministrative officer at the Presidential Office, policy aide to National Assembly members, public relations director for the People Power Party

  • Do-eup Kim
    BusanGangseo-gu
    [Lower]In officePeople Power PartyMember of the National Assembly

    Do-eup Kim

    김도읍

    Do-eup Kim is a South Korean politician and former prosecutor currently serving as a four-term member of the National Assembly. A graduate of Dong-A University, he began his career in the legal profession, serving as a prosecutor in various regional offices including Busan and Seoul. Since his initial election in 2012, he has been a prominent figure in conservative politics, holding key leadership roles such as Policy Committee Chair for the People Power Party and Chair of the Legislation and Judiciary Committee. He is known for his extensive legislative work and involvement in judicial and administrative oversight.

    Born1964-07-04 · 61 years old

    EducationDong-A University (Law)

    CareerProsecutor, Lawyer

  • BusanGeumjeong-gu
    [Lower]In officePeople Power PartyMember of the National Assembly

    Baek Jong-heon

    백종헌

    Baek Jong-heon is a South Korean politician currently serving as a member of the 22nd National Assembly, representing the Geumjeong-gu district in Busan. Before entering national politics, he had a long career in local government, serving four terms as a member of the Busan Metropolitan Council, where he also held the position of Chairman. A member of the People Power Party, Baek has been active in various parliamentary committees, particularly focusing on health and welfare issues. His political career is characterized by extensive experience in local administration and regional development within the Busan area.

    Born1962-12-23 · 63 years old

    EducationBusan National University (Master of Engineering in Environmental Science and Urban Planning), Busan Industrial University (Bachelor of Chemistry)

    CareerCEO of Baeksan Metal Co., Ltd., Vice Chairman of the Korea Hanmaum Lantern Association, Chairman of the Saemaul Geumgo Busan Branch

  • Dong-man Jeong
    BusanGijang-gun
    [Lower]In officePeople Power PartyMember of the National Assembly

    Dong-man Jeong

    정동만

    Dong-man Jeong is a South Korean politician currently serving as a two-term member of the National Assembly representing Gijang-gun in Busan. Before his election to the National Assembly in 2020, he served as a member of the Gijang-gun Council and the Busan Metropolitan Council. Throughout his legislative career, he has been active in committees related to land, infrastructure, transport, and public administration. A member of the conservative People Power Party, he has held various leadership roles within the party's Busan branch and has been involved in regional development and energy policy initiatives.

    Born1965-07-18 · 60 years old

    EducationDaegu University (Bachelor of Industrial Welfare), Pusan National University Graduate School of Business (Master of Business Administration)

    CareerChairman of the Busan Gijang Junior Chamber, Member of the Gijang-gun Council, Member of the Busan Metropolitan Council

  • Mi-ae Kim
    BusanHaeundae-gu
    [Lower]In officePeople Power PartyMember of the National Assembly

    Mi-ae Kim

    김미애

    Mi-ae Kim is a South Korean politician and lawyer currently serving as a member of the National Assembly for Haeundae-gu, Busan. Born into a humble family in Pohang, she overcame significant personal hardships, including dropping out of high school to work in a textile factory, before later earning a law degree from Dong-A University and passing the bar exam. As a lawyer, she focused on human rights, particularly advocating for women, children, and marginalized groups. Since entering politics, she has been a prominent figure in the People Power Party, emphasizing values of fairness and equality while focusing on welfare and social policy.

    Born1969-10-06 · 56 years old

    Birth placePohang, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea

    EducationPohang Girls' High School (honorary graduate), Dong-A University (Bachelor of Laws)

    CareerTextile factory worker, lawyer, representative attorney at Law Firm Hanol

  • Jin-woo Joo
    BusanHaeundae-gu Gap
    [Lower]In officePeople Power PartyMember of the National Assembly

    Jin-woo Joo

    주진우

    Jin-woo Joo is a South Korean politician and former prosecutor currently serving as a member of the 22nd National Assembly representing Haeundae-gu Gap in Busan. A graduate of Seoul National University's College of Law, he passed the 41st Judicial Examination and held various prosecutorial positions, including roles at the Seoul Eastern District Prosecutors' Office and the Presidential Office. Following his tenure as the inaugural Legal Secretary to the President under the Yoon Suk-yeol administration, he entered electoral politics and was elected to the National Assembly in 2024 as a member of the People Power Party. Throughout his legislative career, he has been active in the Legislation and Judiciary Committee and various special committees focused on legal and policy oversight.

    Born1975-05-25 · 51 years old

    EducationSeoul National University (Bachelor of Laws), Gwang-an Middle School, Daeyeon High School

    CareerProsecutor, Legal Secretary to the President, Adjunct Professor at Seoul National University Law School, Lawyer

  • Seung-hwan Cho
    BusanJung-gu and Yeongdo-gu
    [Lower]In officePeople Power PartyMember of the National Assembly

    Seung-hwan Cho

    조승환

    Seung-hwan Cho is a South Korean politician currently serving as a member of the 22nd National Assembly, representing the Jung-gu and Yeongdo-gu constituency in Busan. A career bureaucrat, he previously served as the Minister of Oceans and Fisheries from 2022 to 2023. Throughout his extensive public service career, he held various high-level positions within the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries and served as the head of the Korea Institute of Ocean Science and Technology Promotion. Since his election to the National Assembly in 2024, he has been active in legislative committees focusing on public administration, security, and budget oversight, while also serving as the director of the Yeouido Institute.

    Born1966-02-17 · 60 years old

    EducationDaedong High School, Korea University (Bachelor of Laws), University of Washington School of Law (Master of Laws)

    CareerCivil servant, Minister of Oceans and Fisheries, President of the Korea Institute of Ocean Science and Technology Promotion

  • Soo-young Park
    BusanNam-gu
    [Lower]In officePeople Power PartyMember of the National Assembly

    Soo-young Park

    박수영

    Soo-young Park is a South Korean politician currently serving as a member of the 22nd National Assembly, representing the Nam-gu district of Busan. A career bureaucrat before entering politics, he previously served as the Vice Governor of Gyeonggi Province and held various high-level administrative roles. He was first elected to the National Assembly in 2020 and has been a prominent figure within the People Power Party, serving in leadership roles including head of the Yeouido Institute and various policy committee positions. His legislative focus includes economic policy, pension reform, and fiscal oversight.

    Born1964-01-07 · 62 years old

    Birth placeSouth Korea

    EducationSeoul National University (Bachelor of Laws), Harvard University (Master of Public Policy), Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Ph.D. in Public Administration)

    CareerGovernment official, Vice Governor of Gyeonggi Province, Visiting Professor at Ajou University, Representative of the Advanced Korea Foundation

  • Kyung-tae Cho
    BusanSaha-gu Eul
    [Lower]In officePeople Power PartyMember of the National Assembly

    Kyung-tae Cho

    조경태

    Kyung-tae Cho is a prominent South Korean politician currently serving as a six-term member of the National Assembly representing the Saha-gu Eul district in Busan. Initially starting his political career within liberal parties, he later joined the conservative People Power Party. Throughout his tenure, he has been recognized for his focus on regional infrastructure development, notably securing the extension of the Busan Metro Line 1 to Dadaepo. Cho has held various leadership roles within the National Assembly, including chairing the Industry, Trade and Energy Committee and the Strategy and Finance Committee, and continues to be an influential figure in Busan's political landscape.

    Born1968-01-10 · 58 years old

    Birth placeSouth Korea

    EducationPusan National University (Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate in Civil Engineering)

    CareerUniversity lecturer, aide to Roh Moo-hyun

  • BusanSaha-gu Gap
    [Lower]In officePeople Power PartyMember of the National Assembly

    Sung-kwon Lee

    이성권

    Sung-kwon Lee is a South Korean politician currently serving as a member of the 22nd National Assembly representing Saha-gu Gap in Busan. A member of the People Power Party, he previously served as a member of the 17th National Assembly and held significant administrative roles, including Economic Vice Mayor of Busan and Consul General in Kobe, Japan. His career includes extensive experience in policy research and presidential advisory roles. Throughout his tenure, he has focused on regional development, international relations, and administrative oversight, contributing to various parliamentary committees including the Intelligence Committee and the Public Administration and Security Committee.

    Born1968-10-15 · 57 years old

    EducationNamhae High School, Pusan National University (Bachelor of Philosophy), Waseda University (Master of International Relations)

    CareerStudent body president of Pusan National University, aide to Park Kwan-yong, researcher at Korea-Japan Policy Research Institute, KOTRA standing auditor, presidential secretary for civil society, adjunct professor at Dong-eui University, Consul General in Kobe, Economic Vice Mayor of Busan

  • BusanSasang-gu
    [Lower]In officePeople Power PartyMember of the National Assembly

    Dae-sik Kim

    김대식

    Dae-sik Kim is a South Korean politician and academic serving as a member of the 22nd National Assembly representing Sasang-gu, Busan. Before his election in 2024, he held various academic and administrative positions, including serving as a professor of Japanese language and literature and as the president of Kyungnam College of Information and Technology. His career also includes significant roles in public service, such as Secretary-General of the National Unification Advisory Council and Vice-Chairman of the Anti-Corruption and Civil Rights Commission. As a legislator, he has been active in the Education Committee and various special committees, focusing on policy development and parliamentary oversight.

    Born1962-08-11 · 63 years old

    EducationDong-eui University (Bachelor of Japanese Language and Literature), Hannam University (Master of Japanese Language and Literature), Otani University (Ph.D. in Literature)

    CareerUniversity Professor, University President, Secretary-General of the National Unification Advisory Council, Vice-Chairman of the Anti-Corruption and Civil Rights Commission

  • BusanSeo-gu and Dong-gu
    [Lower]In officePeople Power PartyMember of the National Assembly

    Gyu-taek Kwak

    곽규택

    Gyu-taek Kwak is a South Korean politician and former prosecutor currently serving as a member of the 22nd National Assembly, representing the Seo-gu and Dong-gu district of Busan. Before entering politics, he had a distinguished career in the legal field, serving as a prosecutor in various offices including the Seoul Central District Prosecutors' Office and the Ministry of Justice. A member of the conservative People Power Party, he has held several key party roles, including senior spokesperson and head of the legal advisory committee. He is the younger brother of film director Kwak Kyung-taek and producer Kwak Sin-ae.

    Born1971-04-12 · 55 years old

    EducationSeoul National University (Bachelor of Laws, Master of Public Administration)

    CareerProsecutor, Attorney at Law, Adjunct Professor at Dong-A University Law School

  • Hee-jung Kim
    BusanYeonje-gu
    [Lower]In officePeople Power PartyMember of the National Assembly

    Hee-jung Kim

    김희정

    Hee-jung Kim is a South Korean politician currently serving as a three-term member of the National Assembly representing Yeonje-gu, Busan. A graduate of Yonsei University, she began her political career in the early 2000s, notably becoming the youngest female member of the National Assembly upon her first election in 2004. Throughout her career, she has held significant positions including Minister of Gender Equality and Family and spokesperson for the presidential office under the Lee Myung-bak administration. Her legislative work has focused on telecommunications policy, digital governance, and population strategy. She continues to be an active figure in the People Power Party, contributing to various policy committees and regional leadership roles.

    Born1971-04-13 · 55 years old

    Birth placeSeo-gu, Busan, South Korea

    EducationIsabel Middle School, Daemyung Girls' High School, Yonsei University (Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral coursework in Political Science)

    CareerPresident of the Korea Internet & Security Agency, presidential spokesperson, university professor, and digital policy committee chair.

  • Seung-soo Kim
    DaeguBuk-gu Eul
    [Lower]In officePeople Power PartyMember of the National Assembly

    Seung-soo Kim

    김승수

    Seung-soo Kim is a South Korean politician and former bureaucrat currently serving as a member of the 22nd National Assembly, representing the Buk-gu Eul district in Daegu. After passing the 32nd Public Administration Examination in 1988, he held various high-level government positions, including serving as the Administrative Vice Mayor of Daegu. Since entering national politics, he has been a prominent figure in the People Power Party, focusing on culture, tourism, and regional development policy. He is recognized for his extensive experience in public administration and his ongoing commitment to legislative work within the Culture, Sports and Tourism Committee.

    Born1965-07-05 · 60 years old

    EducationYeungnam University (Bachelor and Master of Public Administration), North Carolina State University (Master of Public Administration)

    CareerAdministrative official, Administrative Vice Mayor of Daegu, Planning Director of the Presidential Committee on Autonomy and Decentralization

  • Jae-jun Woo
    DaeguBuk-gu Gap
    [Lower]In officePeople Power PartyMember of the National Assembly

    Jae-jun Woo

    우재준

    Jae-jun Woo is a South Korean politician currently serving as a member of the 22nd National Assembly, representing the Buk-gu Gap constituency in Daegu. A lawyer by profession, he previously worked at the law firm Lee & Partners and served as a legal advisor for various urban development projects and local government entities. Since his election in 2024, he has been active in the People Power Party, holding roles such as Youth Supreme Council Member and Chair of the Central Youth Committee. His legislative work has focused on environmental, labor, and budgetary oversight, as well as pension reform.

    Born1988-05-04 · 38 years old

    EducationSeoul National University (Bachelor of Political Science), Kyungpook National University (Master of Laws)

    CareerLawyer at Lee & Partners, legal advisor for Dongdaemun-gu, member of the Daegu Metropolitan City Audit Committee

  • DaeguDalseo-gu B
    [Lower]In officePeople Power PartyMember of the National Assembly

    Jae-ok Yoon

    윤재옥

    Jae-ok Yoon is a South Korean politician and former high-ranking police official currently serving as a four-term member of the National Assembly representing Dalseo-gu B in Daegu. A graduate of the first class of the Korean National Police University, he held several senior police positions, including Commissioner of the Gyeonggi Provincial Police Agency, before entering politics in 2012. Throughout his legislative career, he has served in key leadership roles, including Floor Leader of the People Power Party. He is recognized for his focus on regional infrastructure development and public safety policy.

    Born1961-09-10 · 64 years old

    Birth placeHapcheon, South Korea

    EducationKorean National Police University (Bachelor of Laws), Yonsei University (Master of Police Administration), Dongguk University (Doctoral coursework in Police Administration)

    CareerPolice officer, Commissioner of Gyeongbuk Provincial Police Agency, Commissioner of Gyeonggi Provincial Police Agency

  • DaeguDalseo-gu Byeong
    [Lower]In officePeople Power PartyMember of the National Assembly

    Young-jin Kwon

    권영진

    Young-jin Kwon is a South Korean politician currently serving as a member of the 22nd National Assembly representing Dalseo-gu Byeong. He previously served as the Mayor of Daegu for two terms from 2014 to 2022, where he was instrumental in the development of the Seodaegu Station project. Before his tenure as mayor, he served as a member of the 18th National Assembly and held the position of Vice Mayor of Seoul for Political Affairs under the Lee Myung-bak administration. An academic by background with a doctorate in political science from Korea University, Kwon has been a long-standing figure in conservative politics, having held various leadership roles within the People Power Party and its predecessors.

    Born1962-12-10 · 63 years old

    Birth placeAndong, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea

    EducationKorea University (Bachelor of English Language and Literature, Master and PhD in Political Science)

    CareerVice Mayor of Seoul for Political Affairs, Mayor of Daegu, Professor at Keimyung University, Researcher at Korea University Peace Institute

  • DaeguDalseo-gu Gap
    [Lower]In officePeople Power PartyMember of the National Assembly

    Yoo Young-ha

    유영하

    Yoo Young-ha is a South Korean lawyer and politician currently serving as a member of the 22nd National Assembly representing Dalseo-gu Gap in Daegu. A graduate of Yonsei University, he began his career as a prosecutor before transitioning into private practice. He gained significant public attention as the personal attorney for former President Park Geun-hye. Since his election to the National Assembly in 2024 as a member of the People Power Party, he has served on various committees, including the Intelligence Committee and the Special Committee on Budget and Accounts, focusing on legislative oversight and policy development.

    Born1962-10-19 · 63 years old

    EducationYonsei University (Bachelor of Public Administration)

    CareerProsecutor, Lawyer, Standing Commissioner of the National Human Rights Commission of Korea

  • Kyung-ho Choo
    DaeguDalseong-gun
    [Lower]In officePeople Power PartyMember of the National Assembly

    Kyung-ho Choo

    추경호

    Kyung-ho Choo is a prominent South Korean politician and former economic bureaucrat currently serving as a member of the 22nd National Assembly. With a career spanning several decades, he has held high-level government positions, including Minister of Economy and Finance and Deputy Prime Minister. Known for his expertise in financial policy and real economy management, he previously served as a senior official at the Ministry of Finance and Economy and the Financial Services Commission. Throughout his political career, he has been a key figure within the People Power Party, serving as its floor leader and playing a significant role in national economic strategy and legislative affairs.

    Born1960-07-29 · 65 years old

    Birth placeDalseong-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea

    EducationKorea University (Bachelor of Business Administration), University of Oregon (Master of Economics)

    CareerEconomic bureaucrat, Senior Economist at the World Bank, Vice Chairman of the Financial Services Commission, Minister of Economy and Finance

  • Dae-sik Kang
    DaeguDong-gu and Gunwi-gun Eul
    [Lower]In officePeople Power PartyMember of the National Assembly

    Dae-sik Kang

    강대식

    Dae-sik Kang is a South Korean politician currently serving as a member of the 22nd National Assembly, representing the Dong-gu and Gunwi-gun Eul constituency. A member of the People Power Party, he previously served as the mayor of Dong-gu, Daegu, and as a member of the Dong-gu District Council. Throughout his career, he has held various leadership roles within his party, including serving as a member of the Supreme Council and as the chairman of the Daegu City Party. His legislative focus has included national defense and regional development, currently serving as the ranking member of the National Assembly's National Defense Committee.

    Born1959-11-02 · 66 years old

    EducationYeungnam University (Master's and Doctorate in Business Administration)

    CareerMayor of Dong-gu, Daegu; Member of the Dong-gu District Council

  • Eun-seok Choi
    DaeguDong-gu and Gunwi-gun Gap
    [Lower]In officePeople Power PartyMember of the National Assembly

    Eun-seok Choi

    최은석

    Eun-seok Choi is a South Korean politician and former business executive currently serving as a member of the 22nd National Assembly, representing the Dong-gu and Gunwi-gun Gap constituency in Daegu. Before entering politics, he had a distinguished career in the corporate sector, notably serving as the CEO of CJ CheilJedang. He was nominated by the People Power Party through a public recommendation system and won his seat in the 2024 general election with a significant majority. In the National Assembly, he has been active in the Strategy and Finance Committee and various special committees focused on economic vitality and fiscal reform.

    Born1967-06-07 · 58 years old

    EducationDaegu Dongdo Elementary School, Deokwon Middle School, Gumi High School, Seoul National University (Bachelor and Master of Business Administration)

    CareerCertified Public Accountant, S-OIL, Samil PricewaterhouseCoopers, CJ Group executive, CEO of CJ CheilJedang

  • DaeguJung-gu and Nam-gu
    [Lower]In officePeople Power PartyMember of the National Assembly

    Ki-woong Kim

    김기웅

    Ki-woong Kim is a South Korean politician and former career civil servant currently serving as a member of the 22nd National Assembly for the Jung-gu and Nam-gu district in Daegu. Before entering electoral politics, he had a long and distinguished career within the Ministry of Unification, eventually serving as the 27th Vice Minister of Unification from 2022 to 2023 under the Yoon Suk-yeol administration. His extensive background includes expertise in inter-Korean relations, policy planning, and diplomatic security. As a lawmaker, he has been active in the Foreign Affairs and Unification Committee and the Budget and Accounts Committee, focusing on national security and unification policy.

    Born1961-09-15 · 64 years old

    EducationSeoul National University (Bachelor of Arts in Diplomacy, Master of Arts in Political Science)

    CareerVice Minister of Unification, career civil servant at the Ministry of Unification, Secretary to the President for Unification

  • DaeguSeo-gu
    [Lower]In officePeople Power PartyMember of the National Assembly

    Sang-hoon Kim

    김상훈

    Sang-hoon Kim is a South Korean politician currently serving his fourth consecutive term as a member of the National Assembly, representing the Seo-gu district of Daegu. A former career civil servant who passed the 33rd Public Administration Examination, he has held various administrative roles within the Daegu Metropolitan Government, including Director of the Economic and Industrial Bureau. Throughout his legislative career, he has been a prominent figure in the People Power Party, serving in key leadership roles such as Policy Committee Chair and as a member of the Emergency Response Committee. His legislative focus has spanned health and welfare, land and transport, and economic policy, reflecting his extensive background in public administration and regional development.

    Born1963-02-18 · 63 years old

    Birth placeDaegu, South Korea

    EducationYeungnam University (Bachelor of Laws), University of Oregon (Master of Public Administration)

    CareerCivil servant, Director of Economic and Industrial Bureau of Daegu Metropolitan Government

  • Ho-young Joo
    DaeguSuseong-gu
    [Lower]In officePeople Power PartyMember of the National Assembly

    Ho-young Joo

    주호영

    Ho-young Joo is a prominent South Korean politician and former judge currently serving as a six-term member of the National Assembly. A key figure in conservative politics, he has held significant leadership roles, including Floor Leader of the People Power Party and Minister of Special Affairs during the Lee Myung-bak administration. Throughout his long legislative career, he has been a central figure in the conservative bloc, serving as the Deputy Speaker of the 22nd National Assembly and chairing various parliamentary committees. Known for his legal background and extensive experience in party leadership, Joo remains an influential voice within the People Power Party, focusing on legislative reform and national policy.

    Born1959-11-02 · 66 years old

    Birth placeUljin, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea

    EducationYeungnam University (Bachelor of Laws, Master of Laws, Doctor of Laws), Sungkyunkwan University (Advanced Management Program)

    CareerJudge, Lawyer

  • In-sun Lee
    DaeguSuseong-gu Eul
    [Lower]In officePeople Power PartyMember of the National Assembly

    In-sun Lee

    이인선

    In-sun Lee is a South Korean politician, scientist, and academic currently serving as a two-term member of the National Assembly representing Suseong-gu Eul in Daegu. Before entering politics, she had a distinguished career in academia and public administration, serving as a professor at Keystone University, president of the Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST), and as Vice Governor for both political and economic affairs in North Gyeongsang Province. Throughout her legislative career, she has focused on industrial policy, regional development, and science and technology, holding leadership roles in various parliamentary committees, including the Gender Equality and Family Committee.

    Born1959-05-02 · 67 years old

    EducationYeungnam University (Bachelor's, Master's, and Ph.D. in Food and Nutrition)

    CareerProfessor at Keystone University, President of DGIST, Vice Governor of North Gyeongsang Province, Commissioner of the Daegu-Gyeongbuk Free Economic Zone Authority

  • DaejeonDaedeok District
    [Lower]In officeDemocratic Party of KoreaMember of the National Assembly

    Park Jeong-hyun

    박정현

    Park Jeong-hyun is a South Korean politician currently serving as a member of the 22nd National Assembly representing the Daedeok District of Daejeon. Before her election to the National Assembly in 2024, she served as the head of Daedeok District from 2018 to 2022, becoming the first female head of a basic local government in Daejeon. Her career began in civil society, where she held leadership roles in organizations such as the Daejeon YMCA and the Daejeon Chungnam Green Korea United. Throughout her political career, she has been a member of the Daejeon Metropolitan Council and has held various leadership positions within the Democratic Party of Korea, including serving as a Supreme Council member and the head of the party's Daejeon City Committee.

    Born1964-11-04 · 61 years old

    EducationChungnam National University (Bachelor of Laws)

    CareerSecretary at Daejeon YMCA, Secretary General of Daejeon Chungnam Green Korea United, Executive Committee Chair of the Daecheong Lake Conservation Movement Headquarters