The main opposition party confirmed its new name Wednesday, in a symbolic move to reform its image before the general elections in April, officials said.
“The Minjoo Party of Korea” was officially confirmed in a meeting of senior party members, a party representative said, adding that the English abbreviation will be “The Minjoo.”
On the shortlist of English translations of the Korean name were “Democracy for All,” “Harmonious Democratic Party,” “Inclusive Democratic Party,” and “The Democratic United.”
The party, formerly known as the New Politics Alliance for Democracy, has suffered internal strife, leading to the departure of a high-profile lawmaker.
Ahn Cheol-soo — the founder of the nation’s largest anti-virus software firm Ahnlab Co. and who co-led the party last year — quit the party earlier this month following a conflict with incumbent Chairman Moon Jae-in. Ahn announced that he will create a new party next month. (Yonhap)
