The political rift over administrative integration in the Daegu-Gyeongbuk region has led both local authorities to call for action from the National Assembly. Gyeongbuk Governor Lee Cheol-woo emphasized on social media that the integration is a national issue rather than merely a party matter, urging the Democratic Party for bipartisan cooperation. He pointed out various concerns regarding citizens in northern Gyeongbuk, particularly the fear of being absorbed by Daegu, and highlighted the need for balanced regional development to prevent local extinction.

Acting Mayor of Daegu, Kim Jeong-gi, also expressed the importance of swift agreement between the parties for the passage of the special law on administrative integration, asserting it is pivotal for balanced growth and future prosperity in South Korea. Meanwhile, on the first of the month, the National Assembly passed a special law for the establishment of a special city for Gwangju, led by the ruling party, which puts further pressure on the Daegu-Gyeongbuk law that has yet to be addressed. The temporary session of the National Assembly is expected to conclude by the 3rd.

In recent developments, the legislative committee had previously passed Gwangju's special law, leaving Daegu and Gyeongbuk representatives scrambling to consolidate their support for the integration bill. Although there were initial objections, the Daegu City Council eventually shifted towards a supportive stance. The ruling party is adamant in its attempts to process the Daegu-Gyeongbuk bill in the current session, demonstrating a growing urgency surrounding the political maneuvering for administrative integration, vital for regional stability in South Korea.