Main opposition's presidential candidates shortlisted to 4, ex-Jeju Gov. Won makes cut

Published : Oct 8, 2021 - 10:23 Updated : Oct 8, 2021 - 10:23

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Presidential hopefuls of the main opposition People Power Party pose for a photo before a televised debate, hosted by cable channel MBN, in Seoul on Oct. 1, 2021. (Yonhap)

The presidential field for the main opposition People Power Party (PPP) was shortlisted to four candidates Friday, with former Jeju Province Gov. Won Hee-ryong making the cut in the primary's second elimination round.

Former Prosecutor General Yoon Seok-youl, Rep. Hong Joon-pyo, former opposition lawmaker Yoo Seong-min and Won were announced as the four remaining contenders in the main opposition's presidential primary.

Friday's result was based on a survey that combined a national poll and a separate one on registered PPP members. The standings of the remaining contenders were not disclosed (Yonhap)

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