The Korean rebel without a cause
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South Korean president, Kim Dae Jung, was elected in 1997, and has seen a drop in his popularity in the two years to 2000. His party may not achieve a majority in elections in April 2000. The ruling coalition has become divided and the United Liberal Democrats argue that Kim has not revised the constitution as promised. His Millennium Democratic Party is seeking new members. The Grand National Party is the main opposition group, and is divided.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 2000
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A new man for the Blue House
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South Koreans have a chance to elect a president with no military ties. The leading presidential candidates Kim Young Sam and Kim Dae Jung were both opposition leaders during the dictatorship of Chun Doo Hwan. Hwan's successor, Roh Tae Woo did much to advance democracy.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1992
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South Korea turns from its stern history
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President Kim Dae Jung faces heading a minority government after elections in South Korea. He proposes closer links with North Korea. Parliament may become more mature due to Kim's need to cooperate with the political opposition.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 2000
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