The three candidates for the ruling Democratic Party's leadership race -- (from L to R) Kim Min-seok, Jung Chung-rae and Song Young-gil -- prepare to take part in the first debate, hosted by the MBC TV network, in Seoul on July 29, 2026, ahead of a national convention on Aug. 17 to elect the party's new leader. (Pool photo) (Yonhap)

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