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Local Politics in South Korea - The end of party politics and the transition to new politics
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young The following article was contributed by Master Cheon Gong to the Diplomacy Journal for publication. –Ed. South Korea has a political system centered on a two-party system. The existence of small and medium-sized parties also includes elements of a multiparty system. The problem is that this political structure makes it difficult to reflect the diverse voices of the people and increases political polarization. We are now at a point where we need to consider whether this structure is suitable for the future. The current state of Korean politics and its limitat
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- 2024-12-18 16:28
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Local “Emergency martial law is a judgment to protect the country”
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young In his fourth public address on Dec. 12, President Yoon Suk-yeol asserted that the “December 3 emergency martial law” was not a civil war, but a highly political judgment to protect the constitutional order of a liberal democracy. “Whether it's an investigation or impeachment, I will face it with dignity,” said President Yoon, making it clear that he has no intention of resigning or leaving office early. Yoon denounced the opposition parties' abuse of power as unconstitutional, while claiming his use of executive power was within the constitutional framework.
- 이존영 기자
- 2024-12-12 12:05
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Local (Damwha Column) What's the truth behind the controversial declaration of martial law by President Yoon Suk-yeol?
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young President Yoon Suk-yeol's declaration of martial law was a political decision made in the midst of a bitter confrontation with the largest opposition Democratic Party of Korea, and the legitimacy and controversy surrounding it have garnered much attention in South Korean politics and among the public. It is difficult to view this as a simple political party dispute. Martial law can only be declared in the event of a national crisis under the Constitution, and the debate over why the president declared martial law and its legitimacy has pitted the Democratic P
- 이존영 기자
- 2024-12-09 15:31
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Local (Damwha column 曇華風月) “Impeachment overuse and absolute power-wielding National Assembly, who should the people believe?”
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young Public fatigue is reaching a fever pitch as the political sphere is once again plunged into an “impeachment regime”. The major opposition party has been criticized for abusing impeachment as a political tool, and some say it is a bulletproof armor for the party leader. The appropriateness of the impeachment attempt, which paralyzes the work of the auditor general and prosecutors, is debated. The public is concerned that “politics has turned into a power struggle between political parties rather than serving the people.” It is argued that impeachment, which ha
- 이존영 기자
- 2024-12-06 11:31
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Local (Damwha Column 曇華風月) “Martial law for whom?”
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young On December 3, 2024, South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol's declaration of emergency martial law was a political self-inflicted measure. Despite the extreme measure of martial law, the National Assembly responded immediately to defend democracy. But this is not just a simple happening. It is time to soberly analyze the intentions of Yoon's government that shook the constitutional order and democracy. Martial law, an impractical gamble, and a shaky legitimacy President Yoon declared emergency martial law in the name of “protecting constitutional order,” but it
- 이존영 기자
- 2024-12-04 11:13
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Local [Damwha Column] A leader's conscience is the power of not deceiving oneself
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young A world leader is like a high pillar that supports the lives of countless people. If this pillar decays or collapses, those who lean on it will be lost and confused. The most important virtue for a leader to possess is Bulgijasim 不欺自心 (Don't deceive yourself), or a mind that does not deceive oneself. In the world of politics and power, this teaching is more desperate. Bulgijasim 不欺自心 (Don't deceive yourself) Politicians are supposed to lead the world by gathering the will and hearts of the people. But if they deceive their own conscience and are blinded by se
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- 2024-11-25 15:25
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Local Daegu Correctional Service commissioner Kim wins Hongjogeunjeong Medal
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young Kim Dong-hyun, Commissioner of Daegu Regional Correctional Service, was awarded the Hongjogeunjeong Medal of Honor at the 79th Anniversary of Corrections Day ceremony hosted by the Ministry of Justice. The ceremony was held at 2 p.m. on Oct. 28 at the Gwacheon Civic Center Grand Theater in Gwacheon, Gyeonggi-do, in the presence of Minister of Justice Park Sung-jae, Shin Yong-hae, Commissioner General of Korea Correctional Service, Chairman Jang Jong-sun of the Correctional Mutual Aid Association, and more than 600 correctional officials. Kim has spent 26 year
- 이존영 기자
- 2024-11-24 12:50
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Local Master Chungong's insights on the war in Ukraine and the deployment of NK troops in Russia
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young Nothing we experience in the world happens without meaning, and the current situation in North Korea is no exception. North Korea may seem sad and pitiful when viewed fragmentarily, but when viewed in the context of human history, the future, and the entire Korean Peninsula, it takes on a different meaning. Right now, North Korea is pushed to the brink in order to survive. North Korea is in a position where she has to make any choice to survive, and this desperation has forced the country to cooperate with Russia. This is because Russia is the only country th
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- 2024-11-21 14:41
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Local Olympic Judo legend Ha Hyung-joo named 14th KSPO chairman
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young Ha Hyung-joo (62), a 1984 Los Angeles Olympic gold medalist and Korean judo legend, has been appointed as the 14th chairman of the Korea Sports Promotion Foundation (KSPO). Culture, Sports and Tourism Minister Yoo In-chon handed over the letter of appointment to Ha at a conference room at the Seoul Pavilion of the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Jongno-gu, Seoul, on Nov. 18. Ha is the first former Olympian to hold the position and will serve a three-year term from Nov. 18, 2024, to Nov. 17, 2027. Appointed by the President at the recommendat
- 이존영 기자
- 2024-11-19 17:13
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Local (Breaking News) Democratic Party leader Lee sentenced to 1 year in prison, 2 years of probation
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo Democratic Party of Korea leader Lee Jae-myung has been sentenced to one year in prison and two years of probation and disqualified from holding office in the first trial for violating the Public Offices Election Act. The Seoul Central District Court's Criminal Division 34 (Deputy Chief Judge Han Sung-jin) sentenced Lee to one year in prison and two years of probation on Dec. 15. If the ruling is confirmed by the Supreme Court, Lee will lose his seat in the National Assembly and will be barred from voting for five years, making it impossible for him to run for
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- 2024-11-15 16:06
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Local World Peace Art Exhibition Committee donates artworks to Daegu Detention Center
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee The Daegu Detention Center (Director Kim Young-gwang) held a donation ceremony for 15 artworks from the World Peace Art Exhibition Organizing Committee (Chairman Lee Jon-young) on Nov. 11. The event was held in response to a proposal by the World Peace Art Exhibition Organizing Committee to donate artworks to help inmates' psychological stability and correctional edification. “I hope that the donated artworks will provide a small comfort and sanctuary for those who are living in prison,” said Chairman Lee at the donation ceremony. He said he decided to make the d
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2024-11-12 11:48
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Local (Sanbanghandam 山房閑談 by Damwha Lee Jon-young) Trump wins the U.S. presidential election
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee This is an impressive piece of writing that uses symbolic language implying the possibility of Trump winning the U.S. presidential election. It is not just a political debate, but a reflection and prediction of how a figure with great power, like a Yellow Dragon, will lead the era in the flow of history. In the 2024 U.S. presidential election, former President Donald Trump once again defied the world’s expectations by winning. Many media outlets reported that he was at a disadvantage in a tight race against Democratic candidate Kamala Harris, but Trump managed to
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2024-11-07 11:24
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Local President Yoon Suk-yeol visits Beomeosa Temple in Busan
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young President Yoon Suk-yeol visited Beomeosa Temple in Geumjeong-gu, Busan on Oct. 22, 2024. Beomeosa Temple is said to be one of the three major temples in Yeongnam, along with Hapcheon Haeinsa Temple and Yangsan Tongdosa Temple, and is a Korean popular temple that has nurtured many highly virtuous monks, including Euisangdaesa, Wonhyodaesa, and Manhae Han Yong-woon. It served the country as a field hospital during the Korean War and was designated as a national memorial facility in 2023 along with Tongdosa Temple. This is only the second time a sitting presiden
- 이존영 기자
- 2024-10-23 12:17
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Local “North Korean regime will face an end if it attempts to use nukes”
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young President Yoon Suk-yeol presided over a ceremony marking the 76th anniversary of the ROK Armed Forces Day at Seoul International Airport on Oct. 1. About 5,300 troops and 340 pieces of equipment participated in the ceremony, which began with the national anthem, followed by the presentation of the Strategic Command's unit flag, a feverish military ceremony, the presentation of medals and commendations, and a commemorative speech. President Yoon presented the unit flag of the newly created Strategic Command to Strategic Command General Jin Young-seung, express
- 이존영 기자
- 2024-10-02 11:37
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Local Jeju Gov. Oh Young-hoon meets with the new Chinese consul general in Jeju
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young | The Jeju Special Self-Governing Province is further strengthening its ties with China, ushering in a new era of cooperation. Governor Oh Young-hoon met with Chen Jianjun (50), the new Consul General of the People's Republic of China in Jeju, during his visit to the Jeju Provincial Government on Sept. 13. “Jeju and China have maintained close ties in various fields, including international exchanges, cultural tourism, and student exchanges,” said Governor Oh. ‘We hope to expand cooperation in high-tech industries such as renewable energy, electric vehicles,
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- 2024-09-19 11:27
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Politics in South Korea - The end of party politics and the transition to new politics
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Diplomatic Journal, December, JPG, 외교저널 12월호 JPG 전체보기
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KGCCI and Sungjoo Foundation forge strategic partnership
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“Uzbekistan will deepen its efforts to create a business-friendly environment”
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“Kazakhstan-Korea trade has great potential to expand"
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The Qatar Embassy in Seoul celebrates its national day
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DPIIT delegation participates in COMEUP 2024 Startup Festival
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“The Kyrgyz Republic anticipates active dialogue with Korea”
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“The Philippines is eager to work closely with Korea for regional peace”
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“Kazakhstan-Korea trade has great potential to expand"
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