(VOVworld) – South Korean Democratic Party (DP) on Wednesday began a 10-day vote to elect its candidate for the upcoming presidential election, scheduled in May.

The four presidential hopefuls of the Democratic Party pose for a picture before the start of a TV debate on March 21. (Photo: Yonhap)

It was estimated that around 2.14 million people participated in the DP’s primary vote, directly at 250 stations nationwide or by phone. Additional polls held among party members will also be held in five different areas including Seoul from next Saturday. The final candidate will be elected based on these poll outcomes.

Currently, four contenders are racing to represent the Democratic Party in the upcoming presidential election.