South Korea Becomes First Big Covid-19 Hotspot to Head to Polls

The transcript discusses South Korea's political and economic landscape amid the COVID-19 pandemic. It highlights the shift in focus from economic issues like household debt to the handling of the pandemic by President Moon Jae-in. The upcoming election is seen as a referendum on Moon's pandemic response rather than his economic policies. Voter turnout and the influence of minor parties due to a new law are key factors. The transcript also examines budget allocations and the role of conglomerates, with potential reforms depending on the election outcome.

What impact could the new law change regarding proportional seats have on the election outcome?

In what ways has Moon Jae-in's administration aimed to reform the conglomerates in South Korea?