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The Democratic Party of Korea has decided to hold primaries for candidates in four regions, including Seoul and Gyeonggi, for the upcoming local elections, resulting in a five-way contest for the mayoral position in Seoul after the disqualification of one candidate.

The Kanazawa City mayoral election has been announced with four candidates, including the incumbent, focusing on urban development and addressing issues like declining birth rates.

The cultural event in Wolfratshausen featured a musical play where candidates for the mayoral election competed in a unique Western-themed setting.

A scheduled debate among candidates for the mayoral election in Nantes was cancelled over security concerns due to political threats.

The article discusses the candidates for Mayor of Dachau as they engage in their final public debate before the upcoming municipal election, focusing on their economic plans.

Kim Kyo-hung of the Democratic Party has decided not to run in the Incheon mayoral election and will instead support fellow party member Park Chan-dae.

The four main candidates for the Lyon mayoral elections held a debate ahead of the March 15th election.

The recent local election debate among five candidates in Pullach was marked by a surprisingly cordial atmosphere, despite the competitive nature of the electoral race.

The upcoming mayoral elections in Munich, Germany, highlight the absence of female candidates from the main political parties, consistent with the city's historical male leadership.

The article discusses a recent debate among mayoral candidates in Munich, highlighting their positions on housing, traffic, and finance.

The Süddeutsche Zeitung assesses the performance of the three main mayoral candidates in Munich during a debate on pressing city issues.

The article discusses the differing viewpoints of mayoral candidates in Munich regarding housing solutions amidst rising concerns over living space in the city.

The Süddeutsche Zeitung hosts a live stream of a debate between three major candidates for the Munich mayoral election two weeks before the vote.

A proposal suggests Pietro Tatarella as a potential mayoral candidate for Milan amid struggles for the center-right coalition to find competitive candidates.

A photo interview reveals the lighter side of Munich mayoral candidates, showcasing their unique personalities and interests.

The article details a photoshoot involving Munich's mayoral candidates, highlighting their preparations and strategies ahead of the event.

The upcoming mayoral election in Bamberg is generating much anticipation as three leading candidates project themselves to secure over 50% of the votes, raising questions about the feasibility of their forecasts.

A survey reveals that the political barrier against the right-wing AfD party is weak among mayoral candidates in Wolfratshausen and Geretsried.

The upcoming municipal elections in Marseille are becoming more uncertain and may have national implications as various candidates vie for the mayoral position.

Six candidates, including the current mayor Klaus Heilinglechner, are contesting for the mayoral position in Wolfratshausen for the upcoming municipal election.

The upcoming mayoral election in Kamishihoro Village, Japan, revolves around a controversial investigation into a nuclear waste disposal site, with three candidates presenting varied positions on the issue.

The municipal elections in Munich are approaching, with key candidates gearing up for a live-streamed debate ahead of the March 8 votes.

Two independent candidates have emerged in Inning, Bavaria, creating competition for the Green Party's official candidate in the upcoming mayoral election.

In Aßling, CSU candidate Sebastian Brilmayer declined to participate in a candidate forum for the mayoral position, which prompted disappointment from his opponents and detractors.

The local elections in Garching, Germany, are showing promising competition for the mayoral seat, with six candidates vying for the position as the city celebrates its 1111th anniversary since its first official mention.

Six candidates for Puchheim's mayoral election discussed their visions in light of decreasing revenues and high maintenance costs for municipal facilities.

A heated debate among candidates for the mayoral election in Taufkirchen showcased differing opinions on local issues at a lively public forum.

A public panel discussion with the mayoral candidates of Krailling is scheduled for February 12, aimed at facilitating open dialogue between candidates and citizens.

The Osaka double election saw a significant number of invalid votes, with over 13% in the mayoral election, as candidates received no substantial opposition.

In Regensburg, candidates for mayor offer solutions to address the city's stagnation, with CSU's Astrid Freudenstein as a leading contender.

The primary election for the Viðreisn party in Reykjavik has commenced with four candidates vying for the mayoral nomination.

Münich is set to receive two pandas from China, while two mayoral candidates protested and left a meeting over slow housing developments and political disputes regarding expropriations.

The campaign for the local elections in Starnberg is heating up, with seven candidates competing for the mayoral position ahead of the official campaign period.

The upcoming mayoral election in Neufahrn, scheduled for March 8, will see six candidates vying for the position following the announcement of the current mayor, Franz Heilmeier, that he will not seek re-election after twelve years in office.

The residents of Gröbenzell will have four opportunities to meet candidates for the mayoral office, starting with a discussion on climate, environment, and nature.

In Bad Tölz, three of the four candidates from the previous mayoral election six years ago are running again, with a new candidate from the Greens joining them for the municipal election on March 8, 2026.

Residents of Haar can engage with mayoral candidates during a panel discussion ahead of the local elections on March 8.

Christiana Biron has engaged neighbors and locals in a fun Heimatkunde quiz about local Lüftlmalerei, revealing significant knowledge gaps even among mayoral candidates.

Munich will hold a mayoral election on March 8, 2026, featuring potentially 13 candidates, including only two women, as the final list will be confirmed after the election committee's review on January 20, 2026.

The Bund der Selbständigen (BDS) Fürstenfeldbruck is hosting a discussion on January 12 for mayoral candidates to present their economic development ideas ahead of the March 8 municipal elections.