Shin Jang-shik Elected as New Leader of Rebuilding Korea Party: "We Will Open the Path of Reform and Self-Reliance"

The Rebuilding Korea Party has elected Representative Shin Jang-shik as its new leader.

At the 2026 national party convention held at the Suwon Convention Center in Gyeonggi Province, newly elected leader Shin was elected through a yes-no vote with an approval rating of 96.7%.

In his policy speech, Representative Shin said, "We will walk the path of clear reform," adding, "When the two pillars of centrism-pragmatism and reform stand properly by erecting a pillar of clear reform, a government of national sovereignty can also succeed."

Representative Shin emphasized, "We will open the path of self-reliance with deep roots," and stated, "Only when we are self-reliant can we form proper alliances."

A video message from former party leader Cho Kuk was also screened at today's national convention.

In the video message, former leader Cho pointed out, "The current political landscape is tilting dangerously to the right," and added, "As can be seen from the confusion within the ruling party surrounding prosecution reform, the principles of reform are also shaking."

Former leader Cho requested, "I hope that the Rebuilding Korea Party will solidify and practice progressive futurism that looks ahead to and prepares for the climate of the times, rather than just the weather of a single day," urging them to "gradually strengthen the party's capabilities and prepare for the 2028 general elections."

In the Supreme Council election, which selects two members, Representative Cha Gyu-geun and former Secretary-General Hwang Hyun-sun were elected.

The next leadership team will consist of a total of five members: Representative Shin, Floor Leader Kim Joon-hyung, Supreme Council members Cha Gyu-geun and Hwang Hyun-sun, and one appointed Supreme Council member.

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