The main opposition People Power Party(PPP) has appointed Kweon Seong-dong, a four-term lawmaker and chief of staff for presidential candidate Yoon Seok-youl, as the party's new secretary general.

The Supreme Council unanimously voted in favor of Kweon who will replace outgoing secretary, Han Ki-ho. 

Kweon was named Yoon’s chief of staff ten days ago.

PPP Chairman Lee Jun-seok said the appointment is part of efforts to enhance communication between the presidential candidate and the party.