Constitutional reform has come to the fore of Korean politics, as many point to the limits of the Constitution, rewritten in its current form in 1987 to allow direct presidential elections. The presidency’s single-term limit no longer befits the challenges facing a nation that has emerged as a global leader across multiple sectors. That view is increasingly being echoed by the ruling party, the president and experts, who argue that the current system can undermine policy continuity and effective long-term leadership. Speaking as the ruling Democratic Party of Korea's (DPK) new leader, Kim Min-seok addressed lawmakers on Monday, saying that the party "will pursue constitutional revision that is realistically achievable, reflecting changes in the times and the demands of the people while respecting the procedural principles of the Constitution and the law." Gathering consensus aside, any constitutional changes that would extend a presidential term or allow for reelection will not be applicable to the incumbent president as stated under Article 128 of the Constitution. Simply put, Presid