Roh Tae-woo
Roh Tae-woo was a South Korean general and politician who served as the president of South Korea from 1988 to 1993. He played a significant role in the country's transition to democracy following a period of military rule. Initially a co-conspirator in the 1980 coup that brought Chun Doo-hwan to power, Roh later became the first president to be elected through a direct popular vote in South Korea's history. His presidency is noted for initiating significant political reforms and fostering economic growth, but he is also remembered for his involvement in the violent Gwangju Uprising. After leaving office, Roh was convicted of corruption related to his presidency and received a 17-year prison sentence, which was later commuted. He was eventually pardoned in 1997.
Born on Dec 04, 1932 (93 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 2 | 1.50 | 0.10% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 70,094 | $2,700,000 | 2,788$ |
| Guyana | 1 | 4.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 786,552 | 759 | $6,000 | 6$ |
| Australia | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 25,499,884 | 24,056 | $1,380,000 | 1,302$ |
| Russia | 1 | 5.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 144,104,080 | 142,677 | $1,500,000 | 1,485$ |
| Totals | 5 | 238,276,527 | 237,586 | $5,586,000 | 5,581$ |
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Russia:
Roh Tae Woo was a former president of South Korea who also served time in prison.
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Australia:
Roh Tae-woo was accused of insurrection in a previous court case along with Chun Doo-hwan.
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United Kingdom:
His ally and successor Roh Tae-woo was handed a lengthy jail term for his part in the insurrection.
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Guyana:
Roh Tae-woo was also implicated in the insurrection case and received a 22-1/2-year jail term.
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United Kingdom:
Roh Tae-woo was also a military dictator convicted alongside Chun Doo-hwan for their roles in the 1979 coup.
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Vietnam:
Roh Tae-woo initiated the 'Northern Diplomacy' policy to improve relations with socialist countries, including Vietnam.
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United Kingdom:
Roh Tae-woo is a former president whose slush fund contributed to the couple's joint assets in the divorce case.
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Indonesia:
Roh Tae-woo is a former president of South Korea who has experienced imprisonment due to corruption.
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Iraq:
Roh Tae-woo was also convicted in 1996 for 'rebellion' after the 1979 coup.
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Romania:
Yoon could become the third former South Korean leader convicted for insurrection, after Chun Doo-hwan and Roh Tae-woo.
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